John McGuinness
Ceist:725. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) is in receipt of maximum benefit. [11896/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 20 March 2024
Ceisteanna (725)
Freagraí scríofa
State pension non-contributory is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, legally and habitually residing in the State, who do not qualify for a state pension contributory, or who only qualify for a reduced rate contributory pension based on their social insurance record.
The person concerned is currently receiving the maximum weekly payment rate of state pension non-contributory, together with a Fuel Allowance during the winter fuel season, a Living Alone Increase and Telephone Support Allowance. They are also in receipt of the Household Benefits package.
Weekly repayments of €2.50 are currently being deducted from the person's pension payment towards the recovery of a previous scheme overpayment. A statement detailing the outstanding balance has issued to the person concerned.
The person concerned is currently receiving their maximum social welfare entitlements.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.