‘I’ve lived in UK for 45 years – but the NHS didn’t believe me’

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French pensioner who has lived in the UK for more than 45 years says she has had ‘endless sleepless nights’ after being challenged over her immigration status

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A 73-year-old said she was put through “three months of hell” by the NHS after they challenged her right to live in the UK and sent her a charge for a routine health appointment.

‘I’ve lived in UK for 45 years – but the NHS didn’t believe me’

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