Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

If the Labour Party wishes to continue muddying the waters on this issue, that is a matter for itself. However, it is the intention of the Government to repeal the Act. It is also the intention of this Government to introduce the income thresholds in other legislation. Therefore, it is appropriate to say that the Government's intention is to move with the new income thresholds of €700 and €1,400, respectively, for those over 70 with eligibility entitlements.

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