172. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if his Department will consider extending pay parity for public service pensions in payment beyond June 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [69908/26]

This parliamentary question seeks clarification on whether the Irish government will consider extending pay parity for public service pensions beyond June 2026. Ensuring pension parity is important for maintaining the financial stability and fairness of retirement benefits for public sector workers. The inquiry specifically targets the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. It affects current and former public service employees who rely on pension provisions and seeks a formal statement on future policy directions.