Nominal or not?

SOME years ago we were told by Health Minister Mary Harney there would be a “nominal service charge” of €10 each time one went to A&E.

Nominal or not?
Tue, 13 Apr, 2010 - 01:00
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This charge is now €100 per visit — a disgusting rate. Can Ms Harney explain the word “nominal”?

Paul Doran

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