International nurse recruitment to UK crashes by 50%
A dramatic 50% fall in international nurses coming to the UK is sounding alarm bells for the NHS. Experts warn visa crackdowns will deepen staff shortages and threaten patient safety.
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Overseas Nurse Recruitment to UK Plummets by 50%
New figures show a dramatic 50% fall in foreign nurses joining the UK register, with rising racism and immigration rule changes blamed. Experts warn of severe NHS staffing consequences.
NHS Midwife Warns of Tragic Loss of Autonomous Midwifery
An NHS midwife responds to the Free Birth Society, arguing that accessible, respectful midwifery is the solution to both medical overreach and risky free births. Read her powerful plea.
Medical Experts Warn Against Dangerous Free Birth Trend
Leading healthcare professionals condemn the rising 'free birth' movement, warning that social media misinformation puts mothers and babies at serious risk. Learn the facts.
Coroner's home birth warning after tragic deaths
A coroner warns more pregnant women could die without national home birth guidance after a mother and her newborn died following a home delivery in Manchester.
NHS trust accused of home birth scare tactics
Exclusive investigation uncovers how NHS hospitals are using fear-based campaigns to discourage home births, sparking outrage among midwives and expectant parents across Britain.
Home birth tragedy sparks NHS maternity safety review
Exclusive investigation reveals how a routine home birth turned fatal for first-time mother Sophie Ross, exposing critical gaps in UK maternity safety protocols and sparking calls for urgent reform.
Nurse suspended over blood-soaked bed incident
A shocking case of neglect at Royal Sussex County Hospital sees nurse suspended after elderly patient remained in soiled bedding for 11 hours. Exclusive investigation reveals patient safety concerns.
Wes Streeting Orders Major Review of NHS Maternity Care
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches a comprehensive review into England's crisis-hit NHS maternity services, pledging a 'fundamental shift' in care following a series of devastating scandals.
UK's Top Midwifery Universities 2025 Revealed
Exclusive Guardian league table reveals the best UK universities for midwifery in 2025. Discover which institutions excel in student satisfaction, graduate prospects, and cutting-edge maternity care training.
Midwife Investigated Over Social Media Posts on Zionism
The Nursing and Midwifery Council has launched a fitness-to-practise investigation into a UK midwife following complaints about her social media activity related to Palestine and Zionism, raising questions about professional conduct and free speech.
NHS faces 40,000 nursing vacancies crisis
The NHS faces a staffing catastrophe with over 40,000 nursing and midwifery roles unfilled, exacerbating pressure on frontline services. Experts warn of dire consequences for patient care.
NHS to guarantee jobs for all student midwives
The NHS has announced a landmark policy ensuring every qualifying student midwife will receive a job offer, addressing critical staffing shortages in maternity services.
Kirkcaldy nurse struck off for misconduct
A Fife nurse has been removed from the nursing register after misconduct involving a vulnerable patient, as ruled by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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