Niamh Smyth
Question:580. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to reduce the prescription charge further; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35476/18]
View answerFriday, 7 September 2018
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The Programme for a Partnership Government contains a commitment to reduce the cost of medicines by reducing prescription charges for medical card holders.
I will continue to examine opportunities to address the cost of the charge to patients, having regard to the funding available.