asked the Minister for Health if he will increase the capitation grant for the maintenance of children in care; and, if not, why.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Child Maintenance Grants.
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I assume that the Deputy is referring to the capitation rate payable by health boards in respect of children referred by them to special residential homes.
I am proposing to increase the capitation rate for these children and I will notify health boards shortly of the revised rate payable.
What percentage increase has the Minister in mind?
It has not been decided yet.
Can I say 10, 15 or 20 per cent?
The Deputy can say anything but he might be wrong.
Would I be correct in saying 15 per cent?
The Deputy would not be right.
Would I be right in saying that the Minister is bluffing?