Hundreds of nurses march for better pay and working conditions

The transcript discusses the pride in the NHS and the public's support for nurses, highlighting the challenges faced due to unsafe staffing levels and inadequate pay. It emphasizes the need for safe staffing to ensure patient safety and shares personal experiences of gratitude towards nurses. The narrative calls for improved pay and conditions to retain nurses and improve healthcare services.

What is the main reason the speaker is proud of the NHS?

• The support from the public

• The quality of patient care

• Its role in the Olympics

• Its international reputation

What is the primary reason for the nurses' strike according to the speaker?

• Lack of public support

• Demand for higher pay

• Poor working conditions

• Unsafe staffing levels

What issue does the speaker highlight as a result of conservative cuts?

• Increased patient satisfaction

• Improved healthcare facilities

• Inability to get GP appointments

• Higher nurse salaries

How did the nurses help the speaker during their health crisis?

• By arranging a private room

• By offering psychological counseling

• By writing a patient diary

• By providing financial support

What is a side effect of increasing nurses' pay according to the speaker?

• Higher hospital profits

• Reduced working hours

• Better nurse recruitment and retention

• Improved patient care

What financial struggle do some nurses face, as mentioned by the speaker?

• Paying for private healthcare

• Using food banks

• Affording luxury items

• Paying for additional training

What is the speaker's view on the relationship between pay and the quality of care?

• Higher pay undermines care

• Pay has no impact on care

• Fair pay supports better care

• Lower pay improves care