Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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State pension non-contributory is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, legally and habitually residing in the State, who do not qualify for a state pension contributory, or who only qualify for a reduced rate contributory pension based on their social insurance record.

The person concerned is in receipt of state pension non-contributory. Based on their assessed weekly means, they are entitled to a reduced-rate pension payment, together with a living alone increase, telephone support allowance and a fuel allowance (payable during the winter season).

A review of the person’s state pension non-contributory entitlement commenced on 11 December 2023. The Deciding Officer has spoken to the person concerned on 13 May 2024 and has also issued written communication to the person on 17 May 2024, clarifying what documentation remains outstanding in order to complete the assessment of the person's weekly means.

On receipt of the requested documentation, the review of the person’s state pension non-contributory entitlement will be completed without delay and the decision communicated in writing to the person concerned.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.