786 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if, in view of the recent budget cutbacks, in the case of persons who are getting means tested payments and are on a reduced payment, the reason the €8.30 is not implemented on a reduced rate, rather than at the full rate of €8.30; if she will introduce the reduction on a pro-rata basis; her views on whether the imposition of the full €8.30 cut is fair to those on partial social welfare payments; the legal position in this matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1907/10]

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786 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if, in view of the recent budget cutbacks, in the case of persons who are getting means tested payments and are on a reduced payment, the reason the €8.30 is not implemented on a reduced rate, rather than at the full rate of €8.30; if she will introduce the reduction on a pro-rata basis; her views on whether the imposition of the full €8.30 cut is fair to those on partial social welfare payments; the legal position in this matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1907/10]

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