Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
1568. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health his plans to reduce hospital car parking charges particularly for those with sick children; the timeline for this reduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63626/21]
View answerThe Programme for Government makes a commitment to introduce a cap on the maximum daily charge for patients and visitors at all public hospitals, where possible and to introduce flexible passes in all public hospitals for patients and their families. I am very aware of the financial burden this issue can cause some patients and families. Accordingly, my Department and the HSE are currently examining the issue.
