Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 176: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the reason for the delay by his Department in completing its consideration of a case submitted by a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5 regarding their pension; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9558/05]

Noel Dempsey (Meath, Fianna Fail)
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An appeals process is underway regarding the issues raised by the pensioner concerned. Legal advice has been sought from the Attorney General's office. Once the advice has been received, the matter can be determined as quickly as possible.

Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 177: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the reason for the delay in responding to a case submitted in respect of a person (details supplied) in regard to pension entitlements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9559/05]

Noel Dempsey (Meath, Fianna Fail)
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My Department is currently examining the pension entitlements in this case and will contact the person shortly to confirm the position. I will advise the Deputy when a reply has issued.