General Election 2015

The transcript discusses secret plans to cut 2000 nurses after the election, highlighting the discrepancy between Mr. Cameron's promises and actual plans. It emphasizes the strain on hospitals due to nurse shortages and the reliance on costly private staffing agencies. Labor proposes recruiting 20,000 nurses to alleviate pressure and reduce agency dependency, criticizing the government's pre-election statements that don't hold true post-election.

What is the main concern about the plan to cut 2000 nurses?

• It contradicts promises made by Mr. Cameron.

• It will save money for the NHS.

• It is supported by private staffing agencies.

• It will improve hospital efficiency.

Why are hospitals at their limits according to the transcript?

• They lack sufficient nurse numbers.

• They are receiving too much funding.

• They are expanding too quickly.

• They have too many nurses.

What is the impact of relying on private staffing agencies?

• It increases hospital costs.

• It decreases patient care quality.

• It reduces hospital costs.

• It improves nurse training.

What criticism is made about the government's election promises?

• They are not kept after elections.

• They focus too much on education.

• They are always fulfilled.

• They are made in secret.

What does the transcript suggest is necessary for the NHS?

• Cutting more nurse positions.

• Increasing transparency and investment.

• Privatizing the NHS.

• Reducing hospital services.