However, on 31 August he confirmed that he is entitled to a pension through US Social Security, but stated on 2 September 2017 that he would not seek a reference since the Attorney-General had advised him that he was not in breach.
However, on 31 August he confirmed that he is entitled to a pension through United States Social Security which he attained whilst working as a foreign correspondent in the United States for more than 10 years. On 2 September 2017, Hinch stated that he would not seek a reference, since the Attorney-General had advised him that he was not in breach.