Medical Card Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 March 2014

Tuesday, 11 March 2014

Questions (511)

Terence Flanagan

Question:

511. Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for Health if new limits are being introduced for GP cards for over 70s; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11602/14]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

The current income limits for persons over 70 to qualify for GP services are €700 per week for a single applicant and €1400 per week for a couple. There are no proposals to adjust the current income limits.