David Cullinane
Ceist:748. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health when the National Review of Hospital Parking Charges, announced in 2018, will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33604/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 28 June 2022
Ceisteanna (748)
Freagraí scríofa
I am aware that hospitals that charge parking fees are very cognisant of the financial implications of parking costs for patients and their families, particularly for those with long-term illnesses.
Consequently, some hospitals have introduced a maximum daily fixed parking charge and reduced rate parking for long-term patients and visitors for whom the payment of the full rate would cause hardship.
The Programme for Government makes a commitment to introduce a cap on the maximum daily charge for patients and visitors at all public hospitals, where possible and to introduce flexible passes in all public hospitals for patients and their families. I am very aware of the financial burden this issue can cause some patients and families. Accordingly, my Department and the HSE are currently examining the issue.