24 Deputy Charlie O’Connor asked the Minister for Health and Children the arrangements now in place to deal with inquiries regarding medical card applications and associated issues in the Tallaght area; her views on the service previously provided in this regard at the Mary Mercer health centre in Jobstown; the position regarding same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46530/10]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.