No discussions about Island getting health insurance cards

There've been no discussions with the UK about the Island becoming involved in the Global Health Insurance Card scheme.

That's according to Health Minister Claire Christian, answering a Tynwald question for written reply from Rushen MHK Juan Watterson. 

The minister said because the Island's not a part of the EU, UK or European Economic Area, it's never been eligible. 

She added the Island's been included in some of the UK's reciprocal healthcare agreements with the EU -  but these might not be in force.