Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 April 2017
437. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health if persons with modest UK pensions, which entitle the recipients of the pension to a medical card here under EU law, will be affected with the onset of Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16304/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn relation to health services, ensuring that there is minimum disruption and that essential services are maintained on a cross-border, all-Island and Ireland/UK basis will be a key concern for the Department of Health over the period ahead. As part of its analysis and contingency planning in relation to Brexit, the Department of Health is currently examining these issues and planning for a range of possible scenarios. However, it is important to be clear that until the UK formally withdraws from the Union, it remains a full member, with all of its existing rights and obligations and that there are no immediate changes in the area of health as a consequence of the UK's decision to leave the EU.
