452. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will be made on a State pension (non-contributory) review (details supplied); the reason for the delay in processing the review; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36479/24]

State pension non-contributory is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, 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 a reduced rate State pension non-contributory with effect from 10 November 2023.

Following the Deputy’s representations, a review of the person’s entitlement was undertaken and the person’s case was referred to a Social Welfare Inspector for their assistance in establishing their entitlement to the payment.

The Deciding Officer has contacted the relevant Inspector, who has confirmed that they spoke with the person concerned on 13 September 2024. An interview has been arranged for 17 September 2024, with a view to gathering the necessary documentation, in order to establish their entitlement to the payment.

On receipt of the Inspector’s report, the Deciding officer will issue a review decision to the person concerned as soon as possible.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.