Harney publishes nursing-home funding legislation
Health Minister Mary Harney has published legislation paving the way for the so-called "fair deal" scheme on nursing home funding.
Under the long-delayed initiative, people will be asked to contribute towards their long-term nursing home care according to their means.
This will allow some older people to use their home to pay for their care after they die.
The Department of Health says contributions based on the value of a home will not exceed 15% of its value.
Ms Harney says the scheme will be implemented next year.
