asked the Minister for Health if he intends to speak with the banks in relation to banking charges which have cost the Southern Health Board a substantial amount of money in recent times; and if he will insist on improved conditions and rates for the Southern Health Board.
Written Answers. - Banking Charges.
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My Department meet the major banking groups regularly to discuss various aspects of health services financing, including bank charges. Health boards already receive substantial discounts compared with normal bank charge rates and discussions are ongoing to ensure that the best available rates are obtained.