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UK Faces 93% Drop in Overseas Nurses Amid Shortages

3/4/2026

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  • A report finds a 93% decline in overseas nurses, underscoring the UK's reliance on international recruitment.
  • Experts say the drop reveals a fragile workforce model, worsened by inadequate domestic training and retention.
  • Tightening migration policies risk worsening shortages, especially for nurse-sending countries.
  • Experts urge genuine self-sufficiency and a global fund for nurse education to ensure ethical, planned migration.