Welcoming the appointment of Duncan Burton as the new Chief Nursing Officer for NHS England, RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger, said:
“I’m delighted that Duncan Burton has been appointed as the new Chief Nursing Officer for NHS England. Following years of dedicated service at every level, some of those working side by side, I have every confidence in him as a powerful voice for our profession. It must always be heard at the top of government and given equal weight to that of the Chief Medical Officer.
“Duncan’s appointment comes at a time when our profession faces many known challenges, but I am of the firm view that with a new government in Westminster and fresh leadership across nursing, our regulator and wider health and social care, there has never been a better opportunity to work together to put nursing expertise at the heart of decision-making.
“On behalf of RCN members, I will work closely with Duncan to showcase the difference that skilled nursing staff, with the right support and investment, make to patient outcomes – transforming lives and communities. Nursing is the most rewarding career and strong leadership across the board can deliver the much-needed investment and support for it. We congratulate him on his appointment and look forward to working on nursing’s bright future.”
