Matt Carthy (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)
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148. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when she expects to receive a report from the Pensions Commission. [26138/21]

Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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The Pensions Commission was established in November 2020 to examine the sustainability of the State Pension system and the Social Insurance Fund, in fulfilment of a Programme for Government commitment.  These issues are being considered from a perspective of fiscal and social sustainability, and intergenerational fairness.  The Commission has held eleven meetings to date, as well as a public consultation process including a Stakeholder Forum.  Details of the Commission's work to date is available on its website, pensionscommission.gov.ie. 

In accordance with its Terms of Reference, the Commission is due to submit a report on its work, findings, options and recommendations to me by 30 June 2021.  The Government intends to take action having regard to the recommendations of the Commission within 6 months of receipt of the report. 

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.