What is a consultation?

A government consultation is an exercise to encourage dialogue with those affected by or who have an interest in a specific area of policy (stakeholders).

Your responses should provide evidence to inform the development of this policy.

What should I expect from a consultation?

Consultation documents should make clear what is being proposed, the costs of the proposals and the expected benefits of going ahead. The results of a consultation should be clearly analysed and feedback should be given to participants. The exercise should normally last for at least 12 weeks, giving all participants sufficient time to respond and they should be publicised properly to all potential respondents.

It is important that you respond if you are affected by the proposals for limiting access to NHS services for foreign nationals or if you have an interest in this subject.

While the government has an obligation to make this exercise clear to you, if you are having difficulties understanding how to respond, go to the “Help/Discussion” section of this website and submit your question. We will try to respond to questions within 24 hours.

For Further Information:
• HM Government, Code of Practice on Consultation

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Model Response

This model response has been prepared by the Entitlement Working Group, a group of key organisations working on issues of access and entitlement to health services.

It is a bullet-pointed list of areas of concern. If you agree with some of these, you may wish to use them in your response. But it is important that you use your own words and describe your own experiences and concerns with the current policies.

If you need further help or advice, please go to the 'Help/Discussion'page.

Download the model response

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