News

All the latest on current nursing issues, including employment matters, health and safety in the workplace, public health policy and clinical skills, as well as updates on the work of the RCN.

25 Sep 2024
NHS pay award in Wales: our consultation is now open

RCN Wales is consulting eligible members on whether they accept or reject the 5.5% NHS pay award from the Welsh government.
24 Sep 2024
New Chair and Vice Chair of RCN Congress announced

Linda Bailey and Patience Bamisaye will oversee the main debates and discussions at the RCN’s annual nursing event.
23 Sep 2024
Result of RCN Scotland consultation on NHS pay offer

RCN members have voted to accept the pay offer to NHS staff on Agenda for Change contracts.
23 Sep 2024
NHS pay consultation in England: members vote reject

Two-thirds of members who voted said the 5.5% pay award isn’t enough.
18 Sep 2024
Corridor care: NHS trusts in England to monitor effect on patient harm

Following our calls for corridor care to be a ‘never event’, new NHS England guidance says care outside of a normal cubical or ward environment should not be normalised.
17 Sep 2024
Candidates announced for forthcoming RCN elections

Find out who is seeking your vote for key leadership positions including President, Deputy President and Council members when voting opens next month.
12 Sep 2024
Lord Darzi's NHS report shows investment in nursing is needed now

The Prime Minister must back up his mission to repair the NHS with new investment to boost nursing recruitment.
10 Sep 2024
COVID inquiry: nursing staff were put at risk as the voice of the profession was ignored

RCN said nursing staff were shut out from pandemic response, as we gave evidence about the inadequate provision of PPE and infection prevention and control guidance.
10 Sep 2024
Health and social care employers must reduce work pressures as number of nursing staff experiencing suicidal thoughts rises

New RCN report shows workplace issues are contributing to mental health crises, as we launch a pilot scheme to improve working conditions through culture change.
10 Sep 2024
RCN Wales responds to Welsh government’s 5.5% NHS pay award for 2024/25

The Welsh government has announced a 5.5% pay award for NHS Wales staff on Agenda for Change terms and conditions, accepting the independent pay review body recommendations in full.