High Court rejects BUPA move to block risk equalisation

The High Court has rejected an attempt by the BUPA to block the introduction of "risk equalisation" in the Irish health insurance market.

Thu, 29 Dec, 2005 - 12:13

The High Court has rejected an attempt by the BUPA to block the introduction of "risk equalisation" in the Irish health insurance market.

Health Minister Mary Harney announced plans last week to bring in the measure on January 1, but BUPA challenged the move in the courts, claiming it would force the company to leave Ireland.

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