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Staffing levels causing 'fear and dread' for healthcare staff

Wednesday, 16 August 2023 15:42

RCN members campaigning for more staff and better pay

Members of the Royal College of Nursing, campaigning around the Island today, say staffing levels lead to daily feelings of 'dread'.

Representatives are undertaking a tour of Ramsey, Peel and Castletown today.

They're attempting to try and raise the profile of their ongoing pay dispute and the issues they face due to problems with recruitment and retention.

Senior Healthcare, Steph, described what it's like coming into work anticipating a shortage of staff:

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