Dáil Éireann - Volume 142 - 21 October, 1953

Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Pensions Payments.

Mr. M.P. Murphy Mr. M.P. Murphy

Mr. M.P. Murphy asked the Minister for Social Welfare whether he is aware of the grave discontent among the recipients of old age and widows' and orphans' pensions due to the inadequacy of the amounts payable, having regard to the present cost of living; and, if so, if he will consider introducing proposals for legislation to increase the allowances.

Minister for Social Welfare (Dr. Ryan) James Ryan

Minister for Social Welfare (Dr. Ryan): I am not so aware and I do not intend to introduce any proposals in the near future for legislation on the lines indicated in the question.

Mr. M.P. Murphy Mr. M.P. Murphy

Mr. M.P. Murphy: Is the Minister aware that many local councils have granted supplementary allowances to these people by way of home assistance in recent times? How, then, can the Minister justify his claim that the allowances are adequate?

Dr. Ryan Dr. Ryan

Dr. Ryan: They have always done that.

Mr. M.P. Murphy Mr. M.P. Murphy

Mr. M.P. Murphy: Not always. It is an indication that the allowances are inadequate.

Dáil Éireann 142 Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. Pensions Payments.

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