This petition was submitted during the 2010 to 2015 Parliament
Rejected petition Abolition of prescription charges as they have done in Scotland
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Can we please have the abolition of prescription charges as they have done in Scotland.
Prescription charges are a tax on ill health, and can be a barrier to good health for too many people.
The Scottish Government is fighting for a healthier nation; through tackling the health inequalities that still scar our nation and supporting people to live longer and lead healthier lives. Can the English government please do the same!
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