HC Deb 15 February 1980 vol 978 c829W
Mr. Fitt

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many people who are residing in the Republic of Ireland are in receipt of United Kingdom retirement pensions, or other welfare benefits payable by the Department of Health and Social Services in Northern Ireland; and what is the total amount payable.

Mr. Alison

A total of 2,165, to whom payments of about £42,000 per week are made.