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Thousands lose free healthcare

By Victoria Macdonald

Updated on 30 March 2009

Judges overturn a ruling on migrant access to the NHS, but criticise the Department of Health for giving hospitals and doctors unclear guidance.

Thousands of migrants and failed asylum seekers have lost their right to free health care after a decision in the court of appeal this morning.

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