Fund free doctors' letters for people eligible for free prescriptions

Background

The Government should fund the provision of doctors' letters for those who are eligible for free prescriptions. We believe removing the need to pay a fee would make gaining proof of health needs more accessible for those on limited income.

Additional details

Often the fees for doctors' letters can cause a barrier or create anxiety for vulnerable individuals. We feel that receiving further proof of health conditions for important reasoning, such as to gain emergency housing, should not come at a cost. We believe that the free prescription system is in place for a reason to make health care more accessible for vulnerable individuals. Therefore, funding doctors' letters for such people seems appropriate and fair.

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