Lorraine Higgins (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his detailed response and welcome everything he is doing in respect of the provision of discretionary medical cards to those who are in need. I also acknowledge the high percentage of people in receipt of medical cards. However, as I stated with regard to cancer patients predominantly, as well as those who are suffering from Huntington's disease, to avoid discrimination against groups, consideration might be given to an amendment to the legislation at some time in the future, when the Minister of State considers this to be possible. However, I understand that much consultation and analysis would be required for this to happen.