Question 1

What does the Social Welfare (Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension) Bill 2021 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Social Welfare Consolidation Act 2005 to allow surviving cohabitants to receive contributory pensions, similar to surviving spouses. Extends pension entitlements to people in long-term cohabiting relationships who meet contribution requirements. Bill lapsed during legislative process; did not become law.

Question 2

What stage is the Social Welfare (Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension) Bill 2021 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 28 Feb 2025, the Social Welfare (Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension) Bill 2021 is at Second Stage in 26th Seanad. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Social Welfare (Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension) Bill 2021?

Accepted Answer

The Social Welfare (Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension) Bill 2021 was sponsored by Mark Wall, and was introduced on 21 Oct 2021.

Social Welfare (Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension) Bill 2021

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