Free GP care to be expanded to another half a million peopleBy Gráinne Ní Aodha, PAMinister for Health Stephen Donnelly has confirmed he plans to expand free GP care to a further 500,000 people. This will expand community healthcare to all six and seven-year-olds and people who are earning up to the median income. “I’m seeking government agreement today to provide free GP care to an additional half a million men, women and children in the country,” Mr Donnelly said outside Government Buildings ahead of Cabinet. It’s a really important measure for people all over the country who simply cannot afford to go to the GP. “So this is a really important measure, half a million men, women and children, and it’s in two parts.

Source: Irish Independent July 04, 2023 15:42 UTC