You might be thinking, "But I’ve got private insurance—shouldn’t I just use that?" Sure, but many private policies don’t cover routine eye tests. And the NHS test is just as thorough. So why pay for something you can get for free?
Dave now wears his free specs and claims he can see the tiny print on his credit card bill. He’s even noticed how dusty his ceiling fan is. Ignorance was bliss, Dave, but now you’re cleaning at noon. So check your eligibility—you might be one form away from seeing life in crisp, high-def clarity.
(And if you’re still not sure? Call your local optician. They’ll ask a few boring questions, and you’ll either get a free appointment or a laugh. Either way, you win.)