Long-Term Illness Scheme Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 September 2013

Wednesday, 18 September 2013

Ceisteanna (628)

Anthony Lawlor

Ceist:

628. Deputy Anthony Lawlor asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will extend the list of eligible conditions for the long term illness scheme; if the chronic condition of Hirschsprung's disease will be included on the scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37678/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

Eligibility for the various illness schemes is determined on a case by case basis with regard to the severity of the condition involved and its expected duration. There is no list of eligible conditions for long term illness.