James Reilly (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his response. I must emphasise that addressing this injustice - that is what it is - cannot be put on the long finger.Women need a strong signal from the Government that this matter will be addressed. We are all realistic and understand there are limits with the public finances. It is intolerable for women, however, that every time they collect their pension, they continue to be discriminated against. This is the most urgent issue. Will the Minister of State give a timeline on when this will be addressed? Will he outline a pathway, which could cover several budgets but certainly not more than two, to address those who are due back payments?