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RCN ballot on strike action opens
RCN members across Scotland’s NHS are being asked to vote for strike action in a ballot opening today (6 October).
Updated: 26 October 2023 -
RCN Scotland responds to First Ministers briefing on the NHS and winter pressures
The Scottish government and employers must do more to value and retain our existing experienced nursing workforce and to attract the workforce of the future - fair pay is a fundamental part of this.
Updated: 9 June 2023 -
RCN members in Scotland urged to take urgent action in vote on revised NHS pay offer
From today (5 December) RCN Scotland members working in the NHS can have their say on the Scottish government’s revised pay offer for 2022-23.
Updated: 5 May 2023 -
A hydrated nurse is a safe nurse
As the weather heats up, Chair of the RCN’s UK Safety Representatives Committee, Elspeth Caithness, highlights the importance of hydration for nursing staff.
Updated: 6 November 2023 -
RCN calls for fresh start for NHS nursing pay as consultation opens on separate pay spine
We’ll be collecting members’ views to provide a robust response.
Updated: 17 January 2024 -
A fresh start for nursing pay? RCN responds to government consultation
Evidence gathered from thousands of nursing staff could lead to the biggest overhaul of nursing pay since Agenda for Change was introduced 20 years ago.
Updated: 8 April 2024 -
Introducing Prof Dave Clarke
I joined the RCN as Head of the RCN Prince of Wales Nursing Cadet Scheme in November 2022.
Updated: 16 July 2023 -
Supporting the nursing cadet scheme
I am Sam Thomas and I have recently joined the Prince of Wales Nursing Cadet Scheme as Scheme Administrator.
Updated: 15 July 2023 -
"Seeing vulnerable people treated without dignity and respect made me determined to complete my nurse training"
Sam Preston, Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care for the East Midlands, discusses how her career in nursing led her to the RCN and why improving patients’ experiences has always been at the heart of her work.
Updated: 19 November 2023 -
Public show strong support for nursing student loan forgiveness scheme
New polling shows 76% of the public would support student loans being written off for nurses who work in the NHS or other public services. We're urging the Chancellor to act in the budget.
Updated: 5 March 2024
