This is the same in more places and more jobs: Schools, hospitals, nursing homes, ...

Workers: we need more budget to attract new people. We're already stretched too thin as it is

Boss: I'm cutting the budget to save on costs. If you don't like it then quit.

Workers: That was the straw that broke the camel's back. Here's my notice. I quit.

Boss: You can't do that! Now I'm in trouble!