Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Does the Minister have an age breakdown of the 34,000 people, for example, that 10% are over 90 years of age, as well as the percentage of those aged between 80 and 90, 70 and 80, and so on. In looking at the age profile, he will find that it is quite elderly and will, therefore, be aware of the critical urgency of moving forward. Once the Bill is enacted, I presume a scheme will be put in place. How simple will that scheme be to access for people, or will it be complex? These are the practical questions people face in trying to get financial compensation or an enhanced medical card. Will he outline in more detail the age cohorts and the process involved? Presumably, an application will have to be made. How complex will that application be and what process will the administrative system go through before the payments are awarded?

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