Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

Everyone knows that the cost of care of the elderly has increased dramatically and will continue to do so. However, the individual contribution will be based on income and assets. At the time of receiving care, the individual will be expected to contribute 80% of his or her disposable income. Contained in the documents provided yesterday were details of the calculations, how the figure is capped and the residential sector matters that have been addressed, legislation on which will be discussed here in the new year.

See this speech in context