I am type 2 and due to local PCT cutbacks it is unlikely that I will be issued prescriptions for test strips.So in an effort to better monitor my diabetes I am going to buy my own meter and test strips, this one looks good and the strips are under £20 for 50.
If anyone has any comments on this meter or can advise on a different meter with reasonably low cost test strips I would really appreciate it.
Don't give up on getting a prescription for strips and lancets from your GP. It may be that they will not give you all that you want but agree to give you some so that you can find out how particular foods affect you or to use if you are feeling unwell.