PQ 553
553. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will examine the case of An Post pensioners who, having been civil servants prior to vesting in 1984, and having paid PRSI at Class D rates throughout their careers, are now excluded from receiving social welfare supports such as the Christmas bonus and cost-of-living payments; if he will consider options to address this disparity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31983/25]
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553. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will examine the case of An Post pensioners who, having been civil servants prior to vesting in 1984, and having paid PRSI at Class D rates throughout their careers, are now excluded from receiving social welfare supports such as the Christmas bonus and cost-of-living payments; if he will consider options to address this disparity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31983/25]
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