IMO concern at free GP plan for under-6s

The Government published a new draft contract for the provision of free GP care for all children aged under six yesterday evening.

However, the Irish Medical Organisation (IMO) criticised the move, saying the Government hoped to push the contract through without any consultation with the GP trade union group.

Chairman of the IMO’s GP committee Dr Ray Walley said there was a need for negotiations on the Government’s plans to introduce doctor-only visits cards for all children under the age of six by July this year.