Róisín Shortall
Question:304 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to the severe shortage of persons available for the home help service; his views on the serious implications of this for community care services for the elderly; if he has considered the fact that the introduction of the minimum wage will result in staff working fewer hours in order to keep within £70 per week social welfare means limit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9045/00]