Work visa delays prove costly to foreign doctors, and the NHS

Work visa delays prove costly to foreign doctors, and the NHS Complex immigration rules are putting patients at risk as hospitals struggle to fill vacancies, campaigners say

Foreign doctors are being prevented from starting work in the NHS by visa delays that risk putting further stress on hospitals and can land medics with significant bills.

Dozens of doctors have raised concerns about the “complicated and increasingly costly” process, with some warning they will lead to staff shortages and potential risks to patients. Problems have arisen this month as many doctors start jobs or switch to new roles in August. The Guardian