James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)

I reiterate that Question No. 14 was clear and concise. It asked the Minister when she expects the nursing home support scheme Bill will be returned from the Attorney General's office and when she expects it will be published. She read a speech that lasted for six or seven minutes and failed to answer the question. I would like that question answered. When bringing forward the legislation, will the Minister ensure there is adequate time to discuss the heads of the Bill properly because there are many issues within it, such as issues around land ownership, farmers, small shopkeepers, etc., which have to be considered? If I can be allowed one further supplementary, has the Minister any contingency plan in place to support nursing home patients in the likelihood that pharmacies will withdraw their service during the course of this week and will she ensure continuity of supply of medication for the most vulnerable in our society?

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