Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 June 2024
620. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if those in receipt of redress through the mother and baby homes redress scheme will have their associated medical cards be assured for the recipients’ lifetime, or be subject to intermittent review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24942/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware, under the Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme, applicants are entitled to an enhanced medical card where they spent 180 days or more in a scheduled institution. This medical card is not means-tested, and is awarded solely on the basis of eligibility under the Scheme.
This being the case, the enhanced medical card is not subject to intermittent review and will be available to the recipient throughout their lifetime.
