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- Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Departmental Priorities (25 Apr 2024)
Bernard Durkan: 233. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the extent to which satisfactory provision continues to be made for those retiring at 65 years of age; the extent of any recent progress in this area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18709/24]
- Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Departmental Priorities (25 Apr 2024)
Heather Humphreys: The Benefit Payment for 65-Year-Olds was introduced in line with the Programme for Government commitment to address the position of people who are required to or choose to retire at age 65 before the State pension age of 66. The payment is designed to bridge the gap for people who retire from employment or self-employment at age 65 until they qualify for the State Pension at age 66. This...