Govt accused of denying medical cards to vulnerable groups

Some of the most vulnerable groups in Irish society are being denied free health care because of the Government's failure to extend eligibility for medical cards, according to a report published today.

The report by the Government's information agency, Comhairle, said that many people living on state supports, including pensioners under the age or 70 and couples where both partners are on Disability Allowance, were currently ineligible for medical cards.