RCN Scotland

Representing nurses, nursing support workers, nursing students and midwives across Scotland

We campaign on issues of concern to nursing staff and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.

NHS pay offer for 2025-26 and 2026-27

Members working in the NHS in Scotland will be asked to accept or reject the offer in a consultation from noon on 23 April until noon on 14 May 2025. Read our FAQs on the offer.

NHS Scotland pay offer FAQs

Review of band 5 nursing roles roadshows

As part of our commitment to supporting members taking part in the review of band 5 nursing roles, we're coming to meet with you as part of our roadshow programme across Scotland. Come and talk to us about how we can support you and raise your concerns.

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Band 5 nursing roles review

Find out more about the review process which is now open for submissions. Download resources to assist you in completing your application.

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Scotland's Nursing and Midwifery Taskforce

Scottish government has published its report 'Delivering Together for a Stronger Nursing and Midwifery Workforce'. Read more about their recommendations that were shaped by the nursing voice and that reflect our priorities for action.

Visit our taskforce page

27 Jun 2024
RCN makes closing statement at Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry impact hearings

Statement set out what we believe are main lessons to be learned from pandemic.
25 Jun 2024
RCN Scotland calls for the Scottish COVID inquiry to consider Long COVID

We have written to the First Minister calling for the terms of reference for the Scottish COVID Inquiry to be amended explicitly to include the consideration of Long COVID.