Two thirds [66 per cent] of NHS workers have considered leaving the NHS in the past six months, a mass survey shows today [Monday]
A poll of almost 2,000 NHS and ambulance workers also reveals 60 per cent said they wouldn't sign up to work for the NHS if they were starting their carer again, knowing what they know now.
GMB Union conducted the survey as it gathers evidence for a Pay Review Body (PRB) submission on 26 November.
The PRB reviews evidence from various stakeholders – including workers bodies and the Government – before making a recommendation for NHS pay rises for the following year.
Rachel Harrison, GMB National Secretary, said:
“NHS workers have had a desperate 14 years.
“Real terms pay cuts, under-staffing, a global pandemic – it's no surprise they're ready to throw the towel in, or wish they'd never joined.
“This year’s above inflation pay rise was the first step in a long journey to making our health service a decent place to work once again.
“GMB’s submission to the PRB will make the case on behalf of health workers as to what needs to happen next.”
