Aengus Ó Snodaigh (Dublin South Central, Sinn Fein)

That is an example of how to phase in changes to pensions and so on. It ensures people are well aware of the changes before they come into effect. It is a pity this type of lead in period was not in place in respect of changes last year to the State pension transition or the accelerated change in terms of the pension age from 66 to 68 years. As the Minister has clarified the matter for me, I withdraw my opposition to the section.

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