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UK Faces Nursing Crisis Amid 93% Drop in Overseas Workers

2/26/2026

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UK hospitals and care homes face a crisis after a 93% drop in overseas nurses over three years, with 1,777 entries in 2025.
The decline in visas for care workers and other skilled roles has left about 25,000 nursing vacancies unfilled.
The Work Rights Centre's analysis shows tighter immigration policies have made the UK less attractive to migrant workers and risk exploitation, underscoring the need for a sustainable domestic workforce.

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UK hospitals and care homes face a crisis after a 93% drop in overseas nurses over three years, with 1,777 entries in 2025.
The decline in visas for care workers and other skilled roles has left about 25,000 nursing vacancies unfilled.
The Work Rights Centre's analysis shows tighter immigration policies have made the UK less attractive to migrant workers and risk exploitation, underscoring the need for a sustainable domestic workforce.