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Health transport support legislation

Summary

Deputy Walsh asks why legislation has been delayed following the withdrawal of mobility and transport grants; the Tánaiste expects the Health (Transport Support) Bill later this year.

Can the Tánaiste report any progress on the drafting of the Health (Transport Support) Bill? It is almost two years since the mobility allowance and motorised transport grant schemes were discontinued, although recipients at the time are still in receipt of payments under the schemes. There is a lack of clarity on the matter so perhaps the Tánaiste can shed light on what is causing the delay in drafting this legislation.

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The legislation should be ready later this year.

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