During the informal meeting with individuals on 26 October 2021, individuals told the Committee they felt the following costs should be included, in addition to the costs set out in the Bill:
Pre and post-operative appointments and support in addition to removal surgery, including ongoing mental health support, physiotherapy and pain relief;
Insurance to travel outwith the UK;
Expenses for a travel companion - all individuals agreed it would be impossible to travel and have surgery without a companion;
Incidentals such expenses as taxis, pharmacy costs and pain relief;
Additional travel expenses during COVID, such as emergency visa and embassy related costs;
Additional costs such as loan, credit card or mortgage interest rates.