Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael)
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245. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if a full review will be undertaken of the social insurance record of a person (details supplied) with a view to awarding a higher rate of pension; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44331/21]

Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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The person concerned has been awarded State pension (contributory) at 85% of the maximum rate from their 66^thbirthday, based on their contribution record as held by my Department.

Their case has been referred to my Department's Central Records Section for review of their contribution record for the social insurance years 1971/72 to 1976/77.  Additional information was requested from the person concerned on 11 February 2021.  Their reply was received on 16 April 2021 and the case was referred to a Social Welfare Inspector for further investigation.

When this investigation is complete, the person's contribution record will be reviewed.  If their record is updated, a review of their State pension (contributory) entitlement can then be carried out and the person concerned will be notified in writing of the outcome. 

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.