Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Cathal Crowe - PQ 16214-26
Deputy Crowe asked about the scope for discretionary medical cards to be granted more consistently in cases of chronic illness. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs
Published: March 2026
Updated: April 2026
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Question from Deputy Cathal Crowe - PQ 16214-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health if there is scope for discretionary medical cards to be granted more consistently in cases of chronic illness, or for broader reform of the medical card system; the specific criteria used in assessing eligibility for discretionary medical cards; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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