Brian Stanley says the situation has to be addressed this year.
Concerns over access to medical cards are being voiced by a Laois TD.
Independent rep Brian Stanley says only 42% of the population have either full medical cover or GP care with their cards.
The current threshold for a single person to qualify for a medical card stands at €184 a week.
Deputy Stanley is comparing the situation to the 1980s.
He says it has to be addressed this year:
Laois Councillor Calls For Review On Land Zoning For Industrial and Enterprise Use
Councillor James Kelly believes an expression of interest process will allow the council to rezone suitable locations.
Revenue Seize Contraband Worth Over €178k
Investigations into all seizures are ongoing.
Man Charged With Dangerous Driving In Westmeath Town
32 year old Wedenilson Almeida Dos Santos of Auburn Heights in Athlone has told the court he knows he's "guilty" and he's "really sorry."
Offaly County Council Approve Planning Permission For Funeral Parlour
A property on Tullamore's O'Connell Street is getting the green light to be converted.
Westmeath County Council Seek Funds For Walking And Cycling Link
The proposed development would run from Ballinahown Sports Park to BnM lands in Ballinahown.
Retired Westmeath Postal Officer Worker Jailed For 8 Years For Sexual Abuse
He was convicted following a trial last February.
Housing Targets 'Not Good Enough' - Laois Councillor
The Housing Delivery Action Plan sets minimum targets of 33 affordable homes.
Gardaí Investigating Midlands Arson Attack
The incident saw a car targetted in Longford Town.
