The use of agency staff to plug NHS workforce shortages is widespread. The UK Government’s Department for Health and Social Care says it’s committed to reducing agency spending, but it remains very ...

Responding to the government’s announcement on the changes to the Health Bill, RCN Director of Policy Amber Jabbal, said: “The Health Secretary has rightfully listened to the concerns of nursing staff ...

A proposed 2.4% pay increase in England would do nothing to repair years of lost earnings for nursing staff, the RCN says ...

This guide explains the meaning and importance of candour in health care, emphasising honesty and transparency when things go wrong. It outlines both the statutory duty of candour and the professional ...

The RCN is saddened to announce the death of Peter Davis, who served members in a range of elected roles and made a ...

Freedom of Information requests by the RCN to the Student Loans Company show every nursing cohort in England since 2021 – the ...

The RCN is highlighting what nursing needs to thrive, as the Westminster government's Budget announced little meaningful ...

The nursing workforce is comprised of staff from all over the world – and this diversity is its real strength. But our hardworking nurses haven’t always achieved equal recognition. Now, there are ...

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At each virtual launch event you'll hear about the network's aims, opportunities to get involved, and how members' voices and experiences will help inform and influence the RCN's work. You'll also ...

The RCN has described the COVID-19 Inquiry's Module 6 report as a "damning assessment" of the failures that left social care services, staff and those receiving care exposed during the pandemic. The ...