Written answers

Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection

Social Welfare Payments

Photo of Michael CreedMichael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael)
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485. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if her Department has concluded its enquiries regarding a pension application (details supplied), and possible additional contributions being used to increase the level of pension payment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4231/23]

Photo of Heather HumphreysHeather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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The person concerned reached pension age on 11 December 2022.  The application for State Pension (contributory) was received on 29 September 2022.

The person concerned was awarded State Pension (contributory) at 90% of the maximum rate from 11 December 2022.

A review of the contribution record of the person concerned is ongoing.  On receipt of the requested documentation, their entitlement to a higher rate of State Pension (contributory) will be examined. 

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.

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