asked the Minister for Health if he had discussions with the health boards about the subsidy which is paid to private nursing homes as a supplement for the care of the aged who are chronically ill.
Written Answers. - Private Nursing Homes.
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I have not discussed the subsidy payable to private nursing homes under section 54 of the Health Act, 1970 with the health boards.
My officials will be discussing the question of subsidies to private nursing homes with the health boards as provided for in the Nursing Home Bill, 1989 which was circulated recently.