asked the Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, in writing, on 12 September 2011:

In respect of the proposed carbon price, is he able to indicate (a) how many self-funded retirees will be ineligible for Government financial assistance, and (b) what Government financial assistance will be provided to single self-funded retirees and couples with incomes and savings of up to $25,000 and $50,000 respectively, who do not hold a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.