176. Deputy Jan O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education and Skills when an illness related early retirement pension will issue to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51239/19]

I am pleased to confirm for the Deputy that the calculation of pension benefits for the person to whom he refers is complete. It is intended that the pension benefits will be paid on the 12 December 2019 and each fortnight thereafter. My Department’s officials have informed the person accordingly.