Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 140: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to the substantial fee which doctors charge to pensioners who wish to renew their driving licence; if arrangements will be made to subvent this cost in line with the Government's policy to promote independence for older persons and access to travel opportunities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13951/04]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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Medical card holders are eligible for a range of treatments and services without charge under the GMS scheme. However, the issue of certificates for driving licence tests to any medical card holder, regardless of age, may incur charges. I do not have any plans to change the current system.