Asylum seekers received most UK free healthcare passes

express.co.uk

Over half of NHS "free" healthcare passes issued in the UK over the last five years were granted to asylum seekers. These HC2 certificates cover prescriptions, dental care, eye tests, and travel for appointments. Asylum seekers receive them if eligible for financial and housing support under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. Critics argue this provides preferential access, while the NHS states it is legally required to provide healthcare to asylum seekers, and the certificates do not grant priority access.


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