Sinn Fein Warn Against Blister Pack Fees

The Government are planning to charge up to €50 for the packing from January.

Sinn Fein is warning older patients with serious medical conditions will be affected the most by proposed fees for medication packaging.

The Government are planning to charge up to €50 a month from January for blister pack style packaging which helps provide exact doses to patients.

The Irish Pharmacy Union says it's unlikely the funding issue will be resolved by next month.

Sinn Fein Councillor in Tullamore Aoife Masterson says it will have a knock on effect:

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