Prescriptions Charges

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 July 2017

Wednesday, 26 July 2017

Ceisteanna (720)

Louise O'Reilly

Ceist:

720. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Health the cost of reducing prescription charges for medical card holders under 70 years of age from €2 to €1.50, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35181/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes. Therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.