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Supporting mental health services will be fundamental to recovery from COVID-19
The Royal College of Nursing Scotland is calling for resources and support for mental health and learning disability services to be at the heart of recovery plans.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Deadline for RCN Scotland Board Positions is fast approaching
We are now welcoming nominations for places on RCN Scotland’s board for terms of office starting on 1 January 2021.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
RCN Scotland comments on new mental health support helpline for health and social care staff
Mental wellbeing of health and social care staff must be a priority now and in the future, says RCN Scotland
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Approach to recovery must be wider than the NHS says RCN Scotland
RCN Scotland calling for an approach to recovery that maintains the safety of the public and staff and recognises the unique contribution of nurses and health care support workers.
Updated: 15 March 2022 -
NHS Scotland nursing vacancies continue to cause concern
The number of nursing and midwifery posts vacant across Scotland’s NHS remains a major concern, according to the Royal College of Nursing.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Confused guidance leaves nursing staff in independent sector exposed to Covid-19
Nursing staff with underlying health conditions could have no choice but return to work because of sub-par sick pay.
Updated: 11 January 2022 -
RCN Scotland responds to registration figures from the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Increases in the nursing workforce and applications to study nursing at university should not hide the urgent need to ensure that nursing is attractive, well-paid, and meaningfully supported, says RCN Scotland.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Recruiting more nursing staff should be a priority for Scottish Government spending
New polling suggests widespread concern that there are too few nursing staff to provide safe and effective care for the people of Scotland.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
RCN Scotland comments on increase in the number of nursing students accepted onto courses in Scotland
Increase in applicants to nursing courses in Scotland is 'heartening', says RCN Scotland.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Care home staff deserve full sick pay, says RCN Scotland
Nursing staff, no matter where they work, should receive full pay if they become sick, need to self-isolate or shield throughout the pandemic.
Updated: 15 March 2022