National Health Service (NHS): Most treatment is free, although patients have to pay part of dental costs and prescriptions.
Benefits Provided by Employer
Eye tests and subsidization of the cost of lenses for all visual display unit (VDU) users.
Plan Eligibility
All residents.
Plan Financing
Contributions to social security.
How Adequate Are Mandatory Benefits in Meeting Employee Needs?
National Health Service provides good emergency treatment. For planned treatment, however, access can be slow and not all drugs may be available, particularly those for oncology (hence the reason for private medical insurance).
