'It's dangerous' - Nurses in Liverpool discuss staffing levels on picket lines

The video addresses the critical issue of nursing shortages, highlighting over 60,000 vacancies and the inability to attract new talent due to financial burdens and inadequate pay. It discusses the impact of understaffing on patient care, with nurses unable to provide adequate care due to insufficient numbers. The economic struggles of nurses, including reliance on food banks, are emphasized, along with the high costs of training. The speaker calls for public awareness and government action to address these issues and support the NHS.

What are the main reasons for the current nursing vacancies mentioned in the text?

How does understaffing affect patient care according to the speaker?

What changes does the speaker hope to see in the nursing profession?

What are the financial challenges faced by nurses as described in the text?

What is the speaker's perspective on the government's role in nursing training?