Dáil
‹ Order of Business Automatic medical card for disabled children
Summary
Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick asked when legislation would give children with severe disabilities an automatic right to a medical card. The Taoiseach said the heads of the Bill would be brought to Government shortly.
Children who are in receipt of domiciliary care allowance payments or children with severe disabilities are in significant need of a medical card. A medical card not only covers the supply of medication but also opens the door to other badly needed medical attention. When can we expect the health (amendment) (No. 2) Bill, which will provide for an automatic right to a medical card for these children?
