PQ 906
906. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health if she will give consideration to providing greater flexibility within the medical card means test so that experienced professionals in essential services such as mental health and child welfare can take on occasional additional hours without losing their medical card; the way in which this could support workforce capacity in sectors experiencing significant staffing pressures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71410/25]
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906. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health if she will give consideration to providing greater flexibility within the medical card means test so that experienced professionals in essential services such as mental health and child welfare can take on occasional additional hours without losing their medical card; the way in which this could support workforce capacity in sectors experiencing significant staffing pressures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71410/25]
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