Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

There have quite a number of queries about the legal and constitutional positions arising from the adoption process. We have had discussions about this before and it is quite complex. The Bill is expected before the end of the year and discussions are well under way.

With regard to medical cards, the law still stands from 1970. The cards were removed on an administrative basis and will be returned on an administrative basis.

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