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Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Thursday, 25 Jul 1996

Vol. 468 No. 4

Written Answers. - Benefits Available in Portugal.

Mary Wallace

Ceist:

728 Miss M. Wallace asked the Minister for Social Welfare the benefits available in Portugal for an Irish citizen, who currently qualifies for all meanstested entitlements, benefits and payments in this country, who wishes to move to that country on health grounds in relation to housing, income and other benefits such as electricity, telephone and transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15204/96]

The information sought by the Deputy is not available in my Department. However, inquiries are being made of the Portuguese authorities to establish what benefits and assistance are available under their national legislation to persons who go to live in Portugal for health reasons. I will be in touch with the Deputy when I have further information.

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