Jim Daly (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputy for bringing my attention to this important matter. It is worth pointing out that the Government's legislative programme for 2017 includes the Health Transport Support Bill. As the Deputy is aware, the background to it did not involve the Government deciding to scrap the scheme. It was the result of the Ombudsman making a judgment on the operation of the scheme. I take on board the Deputy's concerns. It is a legislative priority for the Government and we intend to progress the Bill.

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