"Am I missing the blindingly obvious?" Lizzie asked.

Possibly. Three years as opposed to two years training, with more practical placements and more opportunity to learn in greater depth has to better better for all of us, doesn't it? The same also applies to occupational therapy and social work which are also now three year degree courses with a large practice-based component. I really can't understand why anyone would have a problem with this. Nurses benefit, patients benefit and the NHS benefits.

The Villan: a pleasure, mate!