Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputy. We are always examining ways in which we can support carers better. As the Deputy is aware, there have been increases in the carer's allowance. We have relaxed the means test, provided free GP care to all carers, expanded respite services and so on. I cannot make any particular comment on the particular requests being made now. I will have to confer with the line Ministers on those. As a Government, though, we are very committed to improving the financial and other supports that surround family carers.

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