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<p>There are currently no plans to publish a report relating to the internal policy
assessment on these Regulations. The Department is considering the emerging evidence
to ensure that the policy continues to protect National Health Service resources,
while maintaining a humanitarian approach to the provision of healthcare. This assessment
considers the effect on the most vulnerable migrants and overseas visitors, pregnant
women and new mothers, as well as destitute migrants. It also focussed on ensuring
that we continue to meet our obligations under the Equality Act 2010 with regards
to individuals or groups with protected characteristics, including but not limited
to race, disability, sex and gender and maternity.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
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