Safe Surgery
Everyone in the UK has the right to free care from a GP. If you don’t have proof of ID or address, you can still register with us at Long Bennington Medical Centre. Immigration status or nationality don’t matter - reception won’t ask for immigration documents and won’t share your information with the Home Office unless serious crime is involved. Click here to view this statement in other languages Microsoft Word - Combined translations.docx (doctorsoftheworld.org.uk)
We are proud to be a ‘Safe Surgery’ for everyone in our community. All are welcome. Everyone in the UK has the right to free care from a GP. If you don’t have proof of ID or address, you can still register. Immigration status or nationality don’t matter - reception won’t ask for immigration documents and won’t share your information with the Home Office unless serious crime is involved.
In partnership with Doctors of the World UK, we will ensure that our practice offers a welcoming space for everyone who seeks to use our services. Don’t have documents? Don’t worry, view this poster. If you wish to register, please speak to a member of staff who can help and support you with the process of registration.
Ask reception for an interpreter if you find it difficult to communicate in English.
GP Registration Transfer
Accessing healthcare can be a challenge for vulnerable migrants in temporary accommodation. Language and communication barriers can also increase access issues. Healthcare access can also be disrupted where people are relocated at short notice.
The cards aim to improve continuity of care and avoid duplication by supporting newly arrived individuals to re-register (or register if a first registration) as soon as possible after they move.
They are available below in more than 30 languages.
