Widows Pension married but living apart (no legal separation or divorce)?

[misstealeaf]

For a couple who were married but living apart (however never got a legal separation or divorce)- would there be an entitlement to a widows pension on the death of the husband? The wife would have sufficient PRSI contributions in her own name for a contributory pension. Thanks.

 

[gipimann]

If the woman isn't cohabiting, then she can apply for a widow's pension in the circumstances you describe.

 

[misstealeaf]

Thanks for the response. That's what i thought!