605. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Social Protection if he is aware that people who suffer the loss of a second spouse or civil partner may access their original survivor's pension or rate of pension pursuant to section 124(4) of the Social Welfare Consolidation Act 2005; if he is aware that the original policy rationale behind this provision was to ensure that the "pension position of these people will be protected under legislation (details supplied); the rationale for reducing the social welfare entitlements of people who suffer the death of a second partner in the Social Welfare (Bereaved Partner's Pension) Bill 2025; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25554/25]

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605. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Social Protection if he is aware that people who suffer the loss of a second spouse or civil partner may access their original survivor's pension or rate of pension pursuant to section 124(4) of the Social Welfare Consolidation Act 2005; if he is aware that the original policy rationale behind this provision was to ensure that the "pension position of these people will be protected under legislation (details supplied); the rationale for reducing the social welfare entitlements of people who suffer the death of a second partner in the Social Welfare (Bereaved Partner's Pension) Bill 2025; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25554/25]

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