Responding to the remarks by the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger, said:
“Whether it’s the youngest or oldest in society, patient care is not at the standard it should be. And nursing staff feel professionally compromised.
“School nurse levels were slashed by the last government and that has had direct consequences on children’s health. Today’s children and adolescents, without early years or mental health support, pay a price similar to the most vulnerable adults without care packages.
“This week’s report must begin to provide answers and health and care professionals will look closely at where ministers see their role. A chronically understaffed NHS will remain a broken NHS.”
