Institute for Public Policy Research -
The system of charging migrants for healthcare in England has become increasingly stringent in recent years. Since the introduction of the new rules, there is a growing body of evidence highlighting their adverse impacts. Through interviews with people with direct experience of NHS charging, healthcare workers and policy professionals, this study found further evidence of systemic problems with the current charging system. Other countries in Europe operate fairer systems to provide healthcare for residents without immigration status. Drawing on these examples alternatives to the current system were tested out with the expert interviewees. Based on these interviews, a shortlist was drawn up of five alternatives to the current charging system.