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Prescriptions Charges

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 May 2016

Tuesday, 24 May 2016

Ceisteanna (424)

Dara Calleary

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424. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Health if, and when, he will reduce the €2.50 prescription charge for medical card holders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11307/16]

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Freagraí scríofa

This is a matter which I intend to consider in the context of the implementation of the health commitments in the Programme for Partnership Government and having regard to the funding available to facilitate such measures.

Detailed financial analysis will be required in order to establish as accurately as possible the expected costs to the Exchequer.

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