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NHS & Private Healthcare15 September 2026

NHS Waiting Times Hit Record High — Here's Why More People Are Going Private

NHS waiting lists remain stubbornly high at 7.4 million cases in England. We look at what's driving the surge in private health insurance uptake.

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Business & Tax

P11D Abolished: What Employers Need to Know Before April 2027

From April 2027, all employers must payroll benefits-in-kind — including private health insurance. Here's what changes and what you need to do now.

Industry News

One in Six UK Adults Now Has Private Healthcare — What's Driving the Surge?

Private healthcare uptake has jumped from 9% to 16% of UK adults since 2023. We look at what's behind the surge and what it means for the market.

Buying Guides

Choosing Your Health Insurance Excess: How Much Could You Save?

Your voluntary excess is one of the biggest levers for controlling your health insurance premium. Here's how to choose the right level — and how much you could save.

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