Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
1519. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Health if he will make appropriate changes in order that the living alone allowance is not assessable income for medical cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42089/22]
Amharc ar fhreagra1520. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost of ensuring that the living alone allowance is not assessable income for medical cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42090/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 1519 and 1520 together.
As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
