asked the Minister for Health whether he is aware of the extraordinary variation in the price of certain tablets and drugs available with and without prescription; if he is satisfied with this situation; and whether he proposes to control or monitor prices in this area.
Written Answers. - Drugs and Medicines Prices.
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Statutory provisions for the control of prices are the concern of the Minister for Trade, Commerce and Tourism.
As regards drugs and medicines for the health services, I will be arranging discussions with interested parties on a number of issues, including prices, following the recommendations contained in the Trident Report.