Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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Fuel allowance is a means-tested payment to assist householders on long-term social welfare payments towards the cost of their heating needs.

The current threshold for the fuel allowance means test is €120 above the maximum weekly rate of State pension (contributory). The person concerned has income from a private pension in excess of €120 per week and accordingly, does not qualify for Fuel Allowance. Where a persons' means exceed the permissible income limit, marginally or otherwise, there is no scope for discretion.

The person concerned was notified in writing that they did not qualify for fuel allowance based on their means.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.