International Protection Bill 2026: Second Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2026-03-03
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Alice-Mary Higgins (IND), National University of Ireland

-----those who are in need of medical need will receive treatment. Again, the EU reception conditions directive refers to necessary healthcare, whereas the Bill only provides for health assessment in cases where there is a need for urgent healthcare. That does not cover all of necessary healthcare.

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Sitting date: 2026-03-03