Cerys's Story

In Aberafan Maesteg, one of Wales' most deprived constituencies, 28-year-old Cerys dreamed of becoming a healthcare worker to serve her community. Despite having the qualifications and determination, she found herself blocked by a system that refuses to fund adequate training places. While her community desperately needs healthcare workers and Cerys is ready to fill that role, NHS England and Health Education England have chosen to cap training budgets below what's needed. This episode explores how Westminster's funding decisions create artificial shortages, leaving both willing workers and communities in need. Cerys' story reveals the human cost of political choices that prioritize spending limits over public health. Disclosure: This podcast challenges conventional economic thinking about government spending and advocates for increased public investment.