Noel Ahern
Question:645 Mr. N. Ahern asked the Minister for Health and Children the situation regarding refunds for drugs provided to persons over 70 years of age who through no fault of their own were late receiving their over 70's medical card; if such refunds for July and August 2001 are properly due; if the health boards or pharmacies are authorised to make such refunds; if he has to sign an order to give authority to make such refunds; if so, when this will be arranged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2306/02]