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House of Commons · General Debate

Nurse (Use of Title) 2025-02-11

11 February 2025 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Dawn Butler Lab Brent East

NHS

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At a glance

Dawn Butler raised concerns about nurse (use of title) 2025-02-11 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns raised about unqualified individuals misrepresenting themselves as nurses.
  • Proposes amending the Professional Qualifications Act 2022 to regulate use of 'nurse'.
  • Aims to protect public trust and safety by ensuring only registered individuals use the title.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Dawn Butler Lab Brent East

Moves for leave to bring in a Bill to protect the title 'nurse'. Cites instances where unqualified individuals misrepresent themselves as nurses, leading to potential harm and loss of public trust. Proposes amending the Professional Qualifications Act 2022 to regulate use of 'nurse' by only those registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Other contributors (1)
  • Dawn Butler Lab Brent East

    Supports protecting the title 'nurse' to prevent misuse. Cites a freedom of information request revealing that 93% of NHS trusts had more than 8,000 people with the term ‘nurse’ in their job titles without registered qualifications. Emphasises the danger posed by individuals like Cassandra Grant and Lee Woods who were able to misrepresent themselves as nurses despite criminal records.

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