asked the Minister for Health the statutory authority of a chief executive officer of a health board to introduce a £10 charge for a hospital services card and a £5 charge for a refund on drugs over £28.
Written Answers. - Health Charges.
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I have been informed by one health board that it has decided to impose certain administrative charges in respect of services in its area. I am having the question of the legality of these charges considered in the context of the powers and responsibilities of the health board and the chief executive officer.