Paul McAuliffe
Ceist:303. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of a State pension (non-contributory) application by a person (details supplied). [38756/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 1 October 2024
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Freagraí scríofa
State pension non-contributory is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, 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.
A state pension non-contributory application form was received from the person concerned on 25 April 2024, and the person’s case was referred to a Social Welfare Inspector for their assistance in establishing her entitlement to payment.
Following receipt of the Inspector's report, maximum rate (€266.00) State pension non-contributory and fuel allowance has now been awarded, with effect from 12 July 2024. The person concerned was notified of this decision on 27 September 2024. Payment of the pension, along with arrears will issue on Friday, 4 October 2024.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.