asked the Minister for Health if he is aware of comments in the media (details supplied) that VHI members may be precluded from treatment at the new Mater private clinic; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Mater (Dublin) Private Clinic.
466.
The question of what arrangements should be made to provide cover against charges in the new Mater private clinic, which is not yet available, would be primarily a matter for the Voluntary Health Insurance Board. I understand that this issue is at present being examined by the board.