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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I'm standing for re-election to RCN council as member for Scotland. Voting opened this week. I've been working hard over the past 18 months to ensure nursing's royal college is fit for purpose & works for members. I promised to focus on culture change so that's where I began.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 13/08/2026

🚨 Nursing staff are collapsing on shift, patients are recovering in temperatures above 30°C, and facilities are being described as "not fit for humans". It’s unacceptable. We need action now to accelerate investment to upgrade facilities and adapt to the climate crisis as temperatures rise.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 14/08/2026

With this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) just around the corner, it’s time to have your say. • Tuesday 8 September • 2-5:30pm Find out more ⬇️

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RCN Annual General Meeting 2026 | Royal College of Nursing

This year's AGM will take place 2pm-5.30pm on Tuesday 8 September at RCN HQ, 20 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0RN and online.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 15/08/2026

Did you know PCOS is now known as PMOS? The name change reflects the reality that this is a whole-body condition, with hormonal, metabolic and psychological effects that can be life-changing and sometimes debilitating for many people. Read our updated guide to PMOS here: bit.ly/4x0Q8JK

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PMOS, previously known as PCOS: ‘It’s time to talk about it' | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing

Widespread, lifelong and often overlooked – here’s what you need to know about polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome

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Prof Christina Pagel @chrischirp.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

This is horrendous and I hope the perpetrators are caught and prosecuted very soon There is no excuse for this - and particularly heinous to attack ambulances that save lives. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

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Ambulance arson attack in London being treated as antisemitic hate crime

PM, London mayor and chief rabbi among those to condemn burning of emergency vehicles in Golders Green

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 10/01/2026

The bare minimum staff deserve is to be safe at work. This investigation into sexual & physical assaults in NHS trusts in England shows a lack of standardised reporting of incidents. There is little doubt that some employers are in breach of their legal duties by failing to report incidents. (1/2)

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Michael Salter @mike-salter.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

I’m supervising Nicolette Bell’s honours project on sexual wellbeing amongst Australian women who have survived child sexual abuse. If you are a woman, in Australia, who has experienced child sexual abuse, please consider filling out this 15 minute survey: unsw.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Sexual Wellbeing Survey for Adult Female Suvivors of Child Sexual Abuse

A Criminology Honours Research Survey using a capabilities approach, which seeks to understand ‘What are the needs & experiences of sexual wellbeing for adult female survivors of child sexual abuse in...

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Women Lead The RCN 📢 On Monday August 18th at 5:30pm I'll be hosting an online panel discussion for women thinking about leadership roles and upcoming RCN elections. Hear more about why women's leadership is vital and how to sign up here: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

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Women members Lead the RCN | Royal College of Nursing

Leanne Patrick, RCN Council member for Scotland, reflects on the importance of tackling underrepresentation in RCN governance structures and invites members to join the Members Lead the RCN webinar se...

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

"Women Members Lead the RCN" Women remain underrepresented in leadership roles at our college - it's time to change that. On Aug 18, I’ll be chairing a webinar with an inspiring panel of women leaders. Check your inboxes for details & join us if you think an elected role might be for you!

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

Council member @sallybassett.bsky.social voting at today's @rcn.org.uk AGM - if you can't make it in person, remember to share your views and make your voice heard by voting on the resolutions online.

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

It is chronic underfunding, not management, that has caused the NHS to struggle in recent decades. Until we have a fairer system that reduces wealth inequality via proper taxation of the super rich, public services will crumble and people will become poorer and sicker.

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

I am thinking about our 90% female workforce on #InternationalWomensDay and every day Underpaid Overworked More likely to die by suicide More likely to be victims of domestic abuse Routinely sexually harassed at work I will continue to fight for better.

Image reads: "I won't be remembered as a woman who kept her mouth shut. I'm okay with that".

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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Exclusive: NMC executive hit by wave of resignations Multiple members of the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC) executive board have resigned in the last year, Nursing Times can reveal. #nursing #regulation #nmc #nurses #leadership www.nursingtimes.net/professional...

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Exclusive: NMC executive hit by wave of resignations | Nursing Times

Read about how many of the Nursing and Midwifery Council's executive board have resigned over the last year.

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Alison Leary @alisonleary1.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

It takes less than a minute for anyone registered in the UK to ask their MP to act on this straightforward safety issue

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The BMJ @bmj.com · 24/02/2025

Several organisations have started to allow patients to sip clear fluids until being sent for by the operating team. Nil-by-mouth rules need updating to implement SipTilSend, writes @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social www.bmj.com/content/388/...

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Anna DNP, FNP, BC@ AccessToCareAdvocate @anna1900.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

VP Harris is right—real change comes from organizing, mobilizing, & educating. The future isn’t dictated by the powerful few but by we the people.History proves progress is made when ordinary citizens take action. Now is the time to engage, advocate, and hold leaders accountable.

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The Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) @fonscharity.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Restorative practices, such as supervision, have to be part of the 'normal', otherwise, as you say, health and social care professionals will prioritise others

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Dawn Butler MP @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

It was a big day last week presenting my Ten Minute Rule Bill to #ProtectNurse. 💙 I was shocked that anyone can call themselves a nurse! So, my Bill would prevent misuse of the title - enhancing patient safety & ensuring respect for registered nurses. ICYMI, my recap ⏪📽️

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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Violence against nurses: help us build full picture of the problem The prevalence of violence against nurses and midwives is extremely high, early findings from our workplace safety survey suggest. #nursing #nurses #violence #workforce #healthcare #health #nhs www.nursingtimes.net/workforce/vi...

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Violence against nurses: help us build full picture of the problem

The prevalence of violence against nurses and midwives is extremely high, early findings from ou...

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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

‘Compelling’ evidence in favour of Letby, her lawyer claims Lucy Letby's barrister has told Nursing Times his team has "hope" that her conviction could be overturned, after a review found no medical evidence that the former neonatal nurse harmed babies. #letby www.nursingtimes.net/midwifery-an...

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‘Compelling’ evidence in favour of Letby, her lawyer claims | Nursing Times

Read an interview with Lucy Letby's barrister, Mark McDonald, on findings by an international expert panel supporting her innocence.

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Dawn Butler MP @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Momentum is building for my Ten Minute Rule Bill to protect the title 'nurse'! Pleased to see so much attention on this vital issue of patient safety. My Bill protects the public & prevents misuse. #ProtectNurse We must respect the experience of registered Nurses.

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Anna DNP, FNP, BC@ AccessToCareAdvocate @anna1900.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

“He who saves his country does not violate any law” — Napoleon, echoed by Hitler: “The authority of the Führer is not limited by laws or statutes.”Mussolini: “Everything within the state, nothing outside the state, nothing against the state.” Franco: “I am responsible only to God and to history.”

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Trump: If it saves the country, it's not illegal

Echoing France's Napoleon Bonaparte, U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday took to social media to signal continued resistance to limits on his executive authority in the face of multiple legal challenges.

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Success! Dawn Butler MP has moved her bill to make nurse a legally protected title in the UK! MPs voted in favour and it will now go to a second reading. A significant and historic development for the nursing profession and patient safety. www.nursinginpractice.com/latest-news/...

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BREAKING: MPs vote to bring in new bill to protect 'nurse' title

MPs have today voted in favour of bringing in a new bill that would protect the job title ‘nurse’ in legislation.

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Lin B @linb.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

I have contacted my MP to ask him to support this bill, using the website www.writetothem.com/write Please think about doing the same @alisonleary1.bsky.social @leannehpatrick.bsky.social @mrsbosanquet.bsky.social

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Alison Leary @alisonleary1.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

This is really good news. Its concerning that in the UK anyone can call themselves a nurse and offer nursing services even if they have no qualifications, have been struck off or convicted Fully support this bill

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 05/02/2025

The changes in this Bill will provide better legal protections for nursing. We'll continue to urge MPs to get behind this campaign, ensuring our highly-skilled, safety-critical profession gets the respect it deserves: bit.ly/3WQVoiT #ProtectNurse

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Important update in the #ProtectNurse campaign. RCN members voted, at congress 2022, to lobby legislators and make Nurse a protected title in UK law. Until then, anyone can call themselves a nurse. The proposed bill would be significant progress. Thank you @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social

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Dawn Butler MP @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

🚨NEW: On Tuesday 11th February, I will introduce a Ten Minute Rule Bill seeking to make ‘nurse’ a protected title in UK law. Pleased to have support from and build on the vital Protect Nurse campaign. #ProtectNurse Read more: www.dawnbutler.org.uk/ten_minute_r...

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Carolyn Griffiths @carolyngriffiths.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

This month's cover.

Byline Times magazine cover. The headline is Into The Abyss below a pyramid with Trump at it's base Farage in the middle and a seemingly horned Putin at it's peak.

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Byline Times @bylinetimes.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Last orders for our February edition final posting… Deadline midnight tomorrow (Sunday) After that you’ll have to buy it in the shops. subscribe.bylinetimes.com

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Devastated to hear of the loss of Claire, a nursing lecturer from Plymouth University. We lose 3 women every week to domestic homicides and nurses are more likely to be victims of domestic abuse. MVAWG is an epidemic that health orgs and govts need to address urgently.

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Curious Becks @curiousbecks.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Hey #NurseSky really sorry to announce that I will need to move this #SkyChat to next Sunday Same time Same topic #PsychSafety Different date 📅 Hope to see you Sunday 2nd Feb at 7:30GMT @jesslsainbury.bsky.social @leannehpatrick.bsky.social @mannersofmarple.bsky.social @briandolan.bsky.social

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The BMJ @bmj.com · 21/01/2025

In a major blow to global health, the US administration has announced plans to withdraw from the World Health Organization @who.int. @kentbuse.bsky.social and colleagues propose urgent actions for the international community to mitigate the damage www.bmj.com/content/388/...

Donald Trump stands at a podium with JD Vance behind

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 17/01/2025

If you’re having to deliver care in inappropriate settings, we can support you to raise concerns. Find template letters, checklists and other resources on our website to help you raise concerns about corridor care with your employer: buff.ly/4jfYJSj

Raising concerns about care in inappropriate settings.

Find resources on our hub.

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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Trailblazing gynaecology nurse wants investment in specialism Investing in specialist gynaecology nurses is “worthwhile” for healthcare organisations as demand for services continues to rise, a trailblazing nurse in Scotland has said. #nursing #gynaecology #nhs www.nursingtimes.net/womens-healt...

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Trailblazing gynaecology nurse wants investment in specialism

Investing in specialist gynaecology nurses is “worthwhile” for healthcare organisations as deman...

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Leanne Patrick QN @leannehpatrick.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

In their own words, nurses shine a spotlight on the appalling reality of corridor care. Nobody comes into nursing to provide substandard, unsafe and undignified care. The risk of moral injury and vicarious trauma is enormous. This must change and soon. www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

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Corridor care: 'Devastating testimony' shows patients are coming to harm | News | Royal College of Nursing

RCN report reveals harrowing stories of corridor care from thousands of nursing staff, showing how widespread the issue is across the UK.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 08/01/2025

Do you know a colleague who makes an extraordinary contribution to the nursing community? At the RCN Awards, we honour RCN members who deserve special recognition for their work. ✨Nominations for the 2025 close 13 January✨ Make your nominations here ▶️

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RCN Awards | Royal College of Nursing

RCN Awards recognise the hard work and achievements of our members.

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 12/01/2025

Unsafe and undignified treatment in corridors, cupboards and car parks is not acceptable and must end. Read our full letter to Health Secretary Wes Streeting MP and NHS England, calling for an end to treating patients in unsafe spaces ➡️ bit.ly/424Q8f7

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 11/01/2025

The UK government told the PRB it suggests just a 2.8% pay increase for nursing next year. The NHS PRB process is outdated. Alongside UNISON and Unite, we are calling for direct negotiations on NHS pay. Find out the details and sign our letter: buff.ly/3VDEkfN

Tell your MP: It's time for fair pay for nursing.

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