‘It's political negligence’ - Nurse says the Government have failed to keep patients safe

The video discusses the critical shortage of nurses in England, highlighting that 25,000 nurses left the profession last year, leaving one in eight positions unfilled. This shortage impacts patient care, especially in emergency settings. The speaker emphasizes the need for government investment in fair pay and safe staffing levels to attract and retain nursing staff. Advocacy efforts include picketing to voice these concerns, ensuring essential services like chemotherapy and dialysis are not disrupted. The Royal College of Nursing has set derogations to maintain minimum staffing levels, ensuring patient safety during protests.

What is the significance of the derogations made by the Royal College of Nursing?

Why does the speaker believe they are not putting patients at risk by being on the picket line?