Primary Medical Certificates Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 February 2018

Thursday, 8 February 2018

Ceisteanna (120)

Bernard Durkan

Ceist:

120. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance when a primary medical certificate will issue in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6505/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Finance

I have no function in relation to the issuing of primary medical certificates. A Senior Medical Officer for the relevant local Health Service Executive administrative area makes a professional clinical determination as to whether an applicant satisfies the medical criteria necessary to qualify for a primary medical certificate. I would advise any person who considers they may qualify for a primary medical certificate to contact their local health office in the first instance.