Responding to the news that Professor Deborah Sturdy has been appointed Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care for England, Dame Donna Kinnair, RCN Chief Executive and General Secretary, said:
“On behalf of the RCN, I would like to congratulate Prof Sturdy on her appointment as Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care.
"Prof Sturdy has worked closely with the College for years and brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role.
"Her advice to Government will be a benefit to the sector at a challenging time. I look forward to working with her towards a long-term solution to the issues facing social care nursing staff and those they care for."
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