UK nursing faces a crisis with over 11,000 expected quits, risking Labour's healthcare reforms.

UK nursing faces a crisis with over 11,000 nurses expected to quit within a decade, threatening Labour's healthcare reforms. The Royal College of Nursing warns of a shortfall of 37,000 community nurses by 2036/37. The RCN calls for higher pay and cancellation of student loans for those committed to the NHS to boost recruitment and retention. Currently, nearly 32,000 nursing posts are unfilled in England.

November 11, 2024
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