Number of EU Nurses going down post-Brexit

The video discusses the impact of Brexit on the NHS, highlighting a significant drop in EU nurse applications, contributing to a shortage of 30,000 nurses. The uncertainty surrounding Brexit and the removal of the nursing bursary have exacerbated the situation, leading to challenges in training and retaining nurses. Political parties urge the government to secure the rights of EU nationals in the NHS, while the Department of Health prioritizes the NHS in Brexit negotiations.

What is one of the main reasons for the decline in EU nurses applying to work in the UK?

• Changes in healthcare policies

• Brexit-related uncertainty

• Increased salary expectations

• Better opportunities in other countries

How has the removal of the nursing bursary affected nursing education?

• It has increased the number of applicants

• It has made nursing education more affordable

• It has led to difficulties in filling vacancies

• It has improved the quality of training

What is a major concern for nursing students regarding their future careers?

• Lack of job opportunities abroad

• Uncertainty about job stability in the NHS

• High competition for nursing positions

• Limited career advancement options

What do both Labour and the Liberal Democrats suggest regarding EU nationals in the NHS?

• They should undergo additional training

• Their rights should be immediately guaranteed

• Their contracts should be renegotiated

• They should be offered higher salaries

What was promised by the Leave campaign for the NHS during Brexit?

• A reduction in healthcare costs

• A financial boost for the NHS

• More job opportunities for UK citizens

• Improved healthcare facilities