That makes sense as it phases a program in which hopefully would allow the health insurance companies time to adjust.
From my understanding, there is still health insurance in the UK. The difference is that the insurance covers "luxuries" that are not covered by universal care.
One suggestion I would have is to revamp the laws around the whole system. Doctor's aren’t perfect and if it can be shown that a doctor did his/her best with no egregious mistakes then the case should be thrown out. It is my understanding that legal insurance is a huge drain on the system.
At the same time, they need to address damages done to the patient, if there are any. I will fully agree that there is way too much money being paid out, but there needs to be a balance. Drug companies would also need protection from class action lawsuits for unforseen side effects that did not show up in early drug trials.
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