Are british subjects living in canada covered under nhs on holiday in britain?

Question

Are british subjects living in canada covered under nhs on holiday in britain?

Answer 1

Anyone injured or taken ill on british soil is eligable for NHS treatment, regardless of nationality. Part of the reason why it's up s**t creek!

Answer 2

You are for up to 3 months

http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/articles/art...

Answer 3

Britains living abroad are obliged to tell the NHS before they leave the UK. It is the law to do so. However, many do not so they can unfairly gain free medical service on their return to the UK.