Nurses’s call for 19% pay rise is ‘not affordable’ - Health Secretary

The transcript discusses the UK government's commitment to NHS funding, particularly focusing on reducing operation waiting lists and valuing nurses' contributions. It highlights the acceptance of the independent pay review body's recommendations and the special pay increase for nurses during the pandemic. The need to balance economic affordability with healthcare demands is emphasized. The transcript also covers resource allocation for patient care, recruitment of nurses, and the importance of technology and safety in healthcare settings.

What was the amount of extra funding committed to the NHS in the autumn statement?

How much of a pay increase did nurses receive last year compared to other public sector workers?

What is the significance of the independent pay review body in relation to nurse pay?

What are some of the new facilities being set up to address the backlog of operations?

What challenges are nurses facing according to the discussions mentioned in the text?