Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 25 September 2025
162. Deputy Peter 'Chap' Cleere asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of people in Kilkenny currently in receipt of the bereaved partner’s (contributory) pension; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50594/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraBereaved Partner's Contributory Pension is a weekly payment to the widow, widower, surviving civil partner or surviving qualified cohabitant of a deceased person. It is available to those who satisfy the necessary PRSI contribution conditions, either on their own record or on that of their deceased spouse or partner, subject to certain criteria.
There are currently 2,398 customers in Kilkenny in receipt of a Bereaved Partner's Contributory Pension.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
