56 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to claims made by the Federation of Irish Nursing Homes that more than 1,000 elderly patients in nursing homes are being asked to pay top up fees of between €60 and €80 per week due to the fact that health boards have failed to increase subvention payments; the steps he intends to take to address this situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18389/04]

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56 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to claims made by the Federation of Irish Nursing Homes that more than 1,000 elderly patients in nursing homes are being asked to pay top up fees of between €60 and €80 per week due to the fact that health boards have failed to increase subvention payments; the steps he intends to take to address this situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18389/04]

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