Plan to boost jobs for newly qualified nurses and midwives

The government has announced a plan to boost job opportunities for newly qualified nurses and midwives. This initiative aims to address the issue of an oversupply of graduates compared to available job openings in certain healthcare sectors. The plan involves working with the National Health Service (NHS) and other healthcare providers to create more entry-level positions and support the transition of newly qualified professionals into the workforce. This is in response to concerns that there are up to three times more graduates than job vacancies in some areas of the health service. The government's goal is to ensure that newly qualified nurses and midwives can find suitable employment and contribute their skills to the healthcare system. The plan is expected to provide more opportunities for recent graduates and help alleviate the challenge of surplus qualified professionals in specific healthcare fields.