For the second year in a row, the measure will be put in place to improve the income and livelihoods of people who, although at least 10 years old, did not qualify for a pension. This measure mainly affects married women, who if they have paid stamps for at least 10 years, even if there are stamps before the age of 19 or if they have not paid stamps after January 1979, are given the right to qualify for the reduced minimum pension of two thirds.
The process is expected to be completed by March. In total, over two years, around 2,000 people will have benefited from this measure and are receiving for the first time a pension of around € 50 per week. Minister Michael Falzon said that this measure will be implemented at the end of this week, which really shows the social heart of this government and its vision to give more help to those most in need. need.
The details were announced at a news conference by the Minister for Solidarity and Social Justice, the Family and the Rights of the Child, Michael Falzon, and the Permanent Secretary, Mark Musù.
Further details on other benefits will be provided at the conference in February. The grant received by people aged 75 and over living in their homes or with relatives will be implemented. From 2020, it will also be provided to those who pay out of pocket to live in private nursing homes.
