Long-Term Illness Scheme Data

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 May 2020

Wednesday, 13 May 2020

Questions (510)

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

510. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Health the number of persons availing of support under the long-term illness scheme by county; the conditions for which the scheme has been granted (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4207/20]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Question No. 511 answered with Question No. 509.