Long-Term Illness Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 November 2020

Tuesday, 17 November 2020

Ceisteanna (733)

Patricia Ryan

Ceist:

733. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Health if he will incorporate the FreeStyle Libre glucose-monitoring unit into the long-term illness scheme for those over 21 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36362/20]

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.