Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)

Perhaps the missing persons Act could be amended as well. Like you, a Cheann Comhairle, I have been wondering how certain promised legislation will be brought to the House. What is the position on the legislation to accommodate the social welfare Bill and the reduced eligibility for qualification for medical cards? It was previously indicated to the House that this would be introduced by two Ministers at the same time, a most unusual but interesting procedure.

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