asked the Minister for Health if he will consider issuing a recommendation to local authorities that pensions granted to old I.R.A. men should not be taken into consideraction when assessing the means of applicants for medical cards.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Old I.R.A. Men's Medical Cards.
While I am in full agreement with the principle that members of the old I.R.A. deserve well of this nation I regret that I cannot see my way to make a recommendation such as is proposed by the Deputy.
Will the Minister convey his views to the Minister for Finance in relation to the Supplementary Pensions Bill?