Helen Keogh
Question:55 Ms Keogh asked the Minister for Health if pressure on hospital services could be reduced by extending the carer's allowance scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4338/97]
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55 Ms Keogh asked the Minister for Health if pressure on hospital services could be reduced by extending the carer's allowance scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4338/97]
Limerick East): First, I would like to point out that the administration of the carer's allowance scheme is the responsibility of my colleague, the Minister for Social Welfare.