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Is mental health nursing being diluted?
Stephen Jones, our Professional Lead for Mental Health, discusses the concerns of nursing staff about the future of mental health nursing in the UK.
Updated: 25 December 2023 -
Members employed by the Care Quality Commission begin industrial action
They’ll work to rule continuously until our mandate to take industrial action expires in September or a new formal pay offer is made.
Updated: 15 September 2023 -
RCN launches new standards to boost the mental health and wellbeing of the nursing workforce
The new education standards are for the Professional Nurse Advocate programme and were developed with input from expert members.
Updated: 3 September 2023 -
RCN members vote to reject NHS pay offer for nursing staff in England
We’re seeking an urgent re-opening of pay talks with the UK government and planning a new 48-hour strike from 8pm on 30 April without derogations.
Updated: 15 April 2023 -
Anti-strike bill: RCN lobbying sees Lords pass crucial amendment
Peers have voted in favour of an amendment, that the RCN helped table, to protect workers from being sacked for taking part in lawful strike action.
Updated: 19 December 2023 -
Global nursing matters
RCN Chief Nurse Professor Nicola Ranger speaks out on the need for greater engagement with the international nursing community on matters affecting the profession.
Updated: 12 December 2023 -
International Stress Awareness Day
On the 25th anniversary of International Stress Awareness Day, Elspeth Caithness, Chair of our Health and Safety Representatives Committee, looks at what health and social care organisations must do to tackle the work-related causes of stress.
Updated: 31 March 2024 -
RCN Congress 2023: free educational sessions revealed
Full details of our Learning and Wellbeing Programme are now available online.
Updated: 17 September 2023 -
The perfect preparation for your future nursing career
Emma Bird, the current RCN Students Committee member for the Eastern region, reflects on the highlights of her time on the committee and urges student members to submit an election nomination before the 11 October deadline.
Updated: 3 March 2024 -
Give a voice to student members and shape the future of nursing
Chloe Jackson, whose term on the RCN Students Committee representing Scotland ends in December, gives an insight in to what it's like to be on the committee and encourages student members to stand for election ahead of the 11 October deadline for nominations.
Updated: 4 March 2024
