Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Shane Moynihan - PQ 41519-26
Deputy Moynihan asked about the use of the high index allowance under the HSE's standard letter of approval (LOA/2) voucher for children's optical services.
From: Communications and Public Affairs
Published: June 2026
Updated: September 2026
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health if she will clarify the position regarding the use of the high index allowance under the HSE's standard letter of approval (LOA/2) voucher for children's optical services; whether this allowance may be used universally towards myopia control lenses, or only in cases where a child meets a defined prescription threshold; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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