asked the Minister for Health if he will increase to a realistic figure the income limit of £1,600 per annum for persons who wish to apply for registration under the limited eligibility services of the Health Contributions Act, 1971.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Health Limited Eligibility.
2.
This matter is at present under consideration and I will make an announcement about it as soon as possible.
I should add that the hardship provisions of the Health Act are used to alleviate hardship that arises for persons outside this limit in paying for their health services.