Seanad debates

Wednesday, 6 November 2002

Social Welfare Benefits: Motion.

 

I have a final request to make to the Minister in regard to free travel. A person of 65 years of age who has free travel can get a companion pass for a spouse. A person with a free pass because of disability is also entitled to a companion pass. However, a widow or widower cannot get a companion pass because he or she has not got a spouse. I ask the Minister to look at the extension of free travel so that widows or widowers can apply for a companion pass so that they will have the opportunity to take someone with them when travelling. As they get older they need a companion to give them the confidence to get out and avail of the free travel. This is something that would not cost a huge amount and should be kept in mind for the budget.

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