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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

(1/9) Black Maternal Mental Health Week, led by The Motherhood Group, shines a spotlight on the unacceptable disparities in Black maternal mental health outcomes across the UK.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

📣 Today we held our latest #NMCCouncil meeting in Belfast, with discussions on our work to strengthen regulation and uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Here are some highlights 🧵👇

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Interested in becoming one of our Legally Qualified Chairs? Join our candidate webinar with Inclusive Boards from 1-2pm on Tuesday 22 Sept to learn more about the roles, meet the recruitment teams and ask any questions you may have. Register now: form.jotform.com/261903774396...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

(1/8) A oes gennych yr arbenigedd i ddwyn gweithrediaeth yr NMC i gyfrif a'n helpu i amddiffyn y cyhoedd? Rydym yn chwilio am bedwar aelod newydd i ymuno â'n Cyngor llywodraethu, i'n cefnogi ar ein taith tuag at ddod yn rheoleiddiwr cryf ac annibynnol y mae pawb eisiau ei weld.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Are you an experienced legal professional looking to use your expertise in public service? We’re recruiting 140 Legally Qualified Chairs to lead some of our hearings, as we take another important step towards a faster, fairer and more consistent Fitness to Practise process. 🧵👇

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

(1/8) Do you have the expertise to hold the NMC executive to account and help us protect the public? We are seeking four new members to join our governing Council, to support us on our journey towards becoming the strong and independent regulator everyone wants to see.

An image with text that reads, The Council is united in its commitment to improve how we protect the public, maintain standards in the nursing and midwifery professions and, indeed, to improve the way the NMC delivers its responsibilities.

Said by Ron Barclay-Smith, Chair of the Council.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Good luck to everyone starting a nursing, midwifery or nursing associate course this September! You’re beginning an exciting and rewarding journey, with lots to learn along the way. We wish you all the very best as you take your first steps towards becoming a registered professional.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

(1/3) ICYMI, we recently published our Annual Registration Data Report, which shows that the NMC Register has reached a new record high of 867,935 professionals – but its pace of growth has roughly halved. The Register grew by 1.7% in 2025-26, compared with 3.3% the previous year.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

(1/4) ICYMI, we recently published our Annual Registration Data Report, which shows that 293,778 out of the 867,935 professionals on the NMC Register are Black, Asian and ethnic minority professionals. That’s over a third of the Register for the first time.

An image of nursing and midwifery professionals, with text that reads 'For the first time, more than a third of the NMC Register are Black, Asian and ethnic minority professionals'.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We welcome the Government’s call for evidence on the professions and roles which will in future be allowed to describe themselves as 'nurses'.  We have long called for the title of ‘nurse’ to be protected in law.  This will be achieved through long-awaited changes to modernise our legislation.

"Protecting the title of ‘nurse’ will help prevent its misuse, giving the public assurance that anyone calling themselves a nurse meets the high professional standards expected of the profession. We look forward to working with the Government on the modernisation of our legislation, which will enable this important change in law." - Emma Westcott, Executive Director of Strategy and Insight

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

📣 Yesterday we held our latest #NMCCouncil meeting – with key discussions on our work to uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Here are some highlights 🧵👇

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Not every concern about a nurse, midwife or nursing associate is a Fitness to Practise matter. Join our free webinar (15 July, 16:00–16:45) to learn how our Employer Link Service supports fair referral decisions and local management of concerns. Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/19b187...

NMC branded graphics that reads: "Webinar: Supporting employers to make the right referrals. With the NMC's UK-wide Employer Link Service (ELS). Microsoft Teams, Wednesday 15 July, 16:00-16:45."

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Yesterday we held our latest #NMCCouncil meeting, with discussions on our work to strengthen regulation and uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Here are some highlights 🧵👇

"Highlights from yesterday's Council meeting: Wednesday 1 July."

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

The Nursing and Midwifery Council is delighted to congratulate the nursing and midwifery professionals deservedly recognised in today’s King’s Birthday Honours. Read our full statement🔗: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

An image with text that reads I'd like to congratulate all the nursing and midwifery professionals whose exceptional service has been deservedly recognised with such high honours. They are an inspiration to us all.

Said by Paul Rees, Chief Executive and Registrar.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Our anti-racism principles are intended to drive real change, strengthening anti-racism, bias awareness, cultural safety, curiosity and respect across nursing and midwifery. We're pleased to have the support of the NHS Race and Health Observatory as we take forward this important work.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 This month, we celebrate LGBTQ+ communities and recognise the contributions of LGBTQ+ nurses, midwives, nursing associates and students across the UK. #PrideMonth2026 #Pride2026

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

(1/4) Today we’ve launched landmark new anti-racism principles for midwifery and nursing education and practice. This is our contribution to help urgently tackle bias, including the Black maternal health crisis. www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

An image with text that says Our new anti-racism principles are a progressive step towards tackling health inequalities helping to ensure all nursing and midwifery students learn about anti-racism, bias awareness, and cultural curiosity, safety and respect.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Wishing all the nurses, midwives and nursing associates celebrating Eid al-Adha a joyful and blessed day. Thank you for your compassion and dedication - we hope you can enjoy this special time with your loved ones. 💛 #EidMubarak #EidAlAdha2026

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

📣 Our latest #NMCCouncil meeting is underway – with key discussions on our work to uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Follow our thread for updates.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Today on #InternationalNursesDay, we’re celebrating the dedication, professionalism and expertise of the 793,694 nurses and 13,433 nursing associates on our register 💙 Thank you to nursing professionals across the UK for the vital care you provide every day to people, families and communities.

A smiling nurse gently holds an older patient’s arm during a home or care visit.

A nurse sits outdoors beside an elderly woman in a wheelchair, holding her hand as they laugh together near a brick building.

A nurse smiles while providing bedside care to a hospital patient, gently holding the patient’s hand in a clinical room.

Two nurses walk and talk down a bright hospital corridor beneath an emergency department sign, carrying paperwork during their shift.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Today, on #InternationalDayOfTheMidwife, we’re recognising the skill, compassion and professionalism of midwives across the UK 💙 At the NMC, we’re committed to supporting midwives to uphold standards and help ensure safe, equitable care. Thank you to midwives for the expertise you bring every day.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Good teamwork is essential to safe, effective maternity care. In this joint webinar with the GMC, we explore what good teamwork looks like in practice and introduce new resources to support professionals working in maternity services. 👉 Watch the full webinar now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKsL...

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Good Teamwork Means Better Maternity Care: NMC-GMC Webinar

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

We’ve committed our full support to Donna Ockenden following her appointment as Chair of the independent review into maternity and neonatal services at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Read our Chief Executive Paul Rees MBE’s full statement: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

"We welcome the appointment of Donna Ockenden as Chair of the review. It’s vital that this review leads to lasting change in maternity services. We are confident that Donna will leave no stone unturned and ensure families receive the clear answers about what has happened in Sussex and why." - Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Dzikiti as our new Executive Director of Professional Practice – and our most senior registrant. He’ll join us in June. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

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"I’m delighted to welcome Chris at a crucial time – as we work to review and enhance our regulatory tools, and become the strong and independent regulator that everyone wants to see – better protecting the public, and inspiring renewed confidence in the nursing and midwifery professions." - Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar

"Chris joins the organisation at an exciting time in the NMC’s neogenesis, and I know that the very many wonderful colleagues who have supported me will welcome and support Chris too. I certainly wish him all the best for the future as he takes on the mantle of Executive Director of the Professional Practice Directorate." - Professor Donna O'Boyle MBE, Outgoing Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

One year on, we’re making progress in building a more inclusive, anti-racist NMC - and continuing to build on this. Read about our progress so far: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Over the past 18 months, our Safeguarding Hub has reviewed more than 7,000 fitness to practise referrals. We identified over 2,100 with potential safeguarding concerns - helping ensure people at risk of harm, abuse or neglect are identified early and supported. 🔗 www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple graphic with a quote from Professor Donna O’Boyle MBE, Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice. The text reads: “Our work brings us into contact with vulnerable people, whose safety and wellbeing are our priority. Thanks to the Safeguarding Hub, we’re able to quickly identify and escalate potential risks, to ensure people who are at risk of harm, abuse or neglect receive the support they need.”

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We are launching new anti-racism principles for midwifery education across the UK, to help tackle the Black maternal health crisis and address inequalities affecting Black, Asian and minority ethnic women and babies. 🧵 (1/3)

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The NMC’s commitment to anti-racism is central to our reviews of the Code and Revalidation process. We’re exploring how future standards must support professionals to uphold EDI, challenge racism and discrimination, and tackle health inequalities. Find out more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple NMC graphic featuring a quote from Professor Donna O’Boyle MBE, Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice at the NMC.

Quote reads: “Throughout our reviews we’re making sure to harness the views and experiences of a wide range of people and communities, and amplifying seldom heard voices. These insights will be crucial as we work towards a landmark public consultation on the future Code and Revalidation process, later this year.”

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

We have restated our commitment to learning from feedback and changing the way we work, as a result of our engagement with bereaved families involved in the independent review of maternity services at the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, chaired by Donna Ockenden. Read our full story👇

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Regulator responds to concerns raised by bereaved families in Nottingham

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has restated its commitment to learning from feedback and changing the way it works, as a result of its engagement with bereaved families involved in the indepe...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Happening today⏰ Join our webinar to explore what good teamwork looks like in practice. Hear from cultural safety midwives, national maternity leaders and service user representatives, and ask your questions live 👇

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

📣 Today we hold our latest #NMCCouncil meeting – with key discussions on our work to uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Follow our thread for updates.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

🌙 Eid Mubarak 🌙 Wishing a joyful and peaceful Eid to all the nurses, midwives and nursing associates celebrating. Thank you for the care, compassion and dedication you show every day. We hope you’re able to enjoy this special time with your loved ones. 💛

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

(1/2) We’ve launched a new Midwifery Data Dashboard to help the maternity sector spot recurring themes when midwifery care goes wrong. It brings together insight from our Fitness to Practise processes to support safer care and better outcomes.

A purple graphic featuring a quote from Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar. The quote reads: “Our new Midwifery Data Dashboard will help our partners to improve safety by targeting recurring themes in Fitness to Practise concerns. By highlighting the concerns most commonly raised with us, we are supporting the sector to better embed NMC standards and improve safety and outcomes.”

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

What does good teamwork look like in maternity care? Join our webinar to hear from midwives, leaders and service users on collaboration, cultural safety and improving care. 📅 25 March, 3:00–4:00pm Find out more and register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a8fd4e...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

ICYMI: We’re continuing our review of the Code and revalidation, with EDI at the heart of ongoing discussions with our advisory groups. Find out more ⬇️

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

📢 Midwifery professionals - stay up to date with the latest from the NMC. Sign up for our quarterly email newsletter and receive: • Updates on our work that matter to midwives • Key guidance and regulatory changes • Insights to support your practice 📬 Sign up now: www.nmc.org.uk/news/email-n...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

ICYMI: Professionals across the UK are sharing their experiences to help shape the future of our Code and revalidation. These conversations are key as we work towards tackling discrimination and supporting sustainable practice. Learn more 👇

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Listen to Meg Hill from Stockport Birth Services and Paula McLaren discuss how lived experience helped shape the NMC’s Principles for Advanced Practice, and why a public definition matters for people using maternity services. 🎥: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QyO... #AdvancedPractice

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Advanced practice conversations: Meg Hill

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

We’re continuing our review of the Code and revalidation, with EDI central to the latest discussions with our advisory groups. Members are exploring how stronger, clearer language on EDI could be embedded in the Code. Read more 👉 www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

"There is a clear call for more to be done to root out racism and other forms of discrimination in health and social care. As an anti-racist regulator, we have a duty to ensure our regulatory tools can help professionals to challenge these unacceptable behaviours and foster equity, diversity and inclusion in practice." - Professor Donna O'Boyle, Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the 764,176 women on our register. Happy #InternationalWomensDay 💙 Across hospitals, communities and clinics, women in nursing and midwifery make a difference to people’s lives every single day through their skill, compassion and dedication.

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A community nurse and a midwife stand outside a patient’s home, smiling as they arrive for a visit.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Today marks the Covid-19 Day of Reflection. We remember those who lost their lives during the pandemic and recognise the extraordinary dedication of the nurses, midwives and nursing associates who cared for people in the most challenging circumstances. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

“Covid-19 changed the professions, and society, in ways that continue to shape health and social care services. The dedication and compassion shown by nursing and midwifery professionals during that time stands as a lasting testament to the vital role they play in keeping the public safe and well.”
- Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

We’re investing in a specialist team to help resolve sensitive and complex fitness to practise cases more quickly and consistently. Expanding the team will help streamline our processes and support faster, fairer decision-making. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple graphic displaying a quote from Lesley Maslen, Executive Director of Professional Regulation at the NMC. The quote reads: “The expertise of our specialist team for sensitive and complex cases is invaluable, and we are keen to strengthen this work by enabling them to directly manage and investigate appropriate cases. This will improve consistency in decision-making and streamline our processes.”

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Reminder: drop into our Education & Standards online session tomorrow at 12:30–13:30 to ask questions and speak directly with our team. Joining details below 👇

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

We’re bringing together professionals from across the UK to help shape our Code and revalidation reviews. Through our Breadth of Practice Advisory Group, we’re hearing from voices from across the sector, including primary care, education and management. Learn more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Self-employed or the only NMC registrant in your workplace? Help shape our revalidation review at an online roundtable: 📅 23 March | ⏰ 11:00–12:30 Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c59695... Join our revalidation review community for updates: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/129A-1M08

Graphic promoting a Revalidation Roundtable for self-employed registrants and those who are the only NMC registrant in their workplace. Event takes place Monday 23 March, 11:00–12:30 on Microsoft Teams. Illustration shows a laptop with people in an online meeting.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Got questions about NMC standards? Join our Education & Standards drop-in on Wed 4 March (12:30–13:30) for informal, open discussion with our teams. Register now for joining details: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/129A-1GXI/...

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

💻 MyNMC is now live. Our upgraded portal makes it clearer and simpler for registrants and education institutions to manage registrations, with improved navigation, readability and security. Find out more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Graphic with a purple background featuring a quote from Tom Moore, Chief Information Officer. The quote reads: “This upgrade is part of the NMC’s wider digital transformation. By modernising our technology, we are making it easier for professionals to engage with us and ensuring the public benefits from a more responsive and effective regulator.” Decorative pink and green circular shapes appear on the right-hand side.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak and our best wishes to all the nurses, midwives and nursing associates observing this holy month. Thank you for your continued dedication to caring for patients and communities, and for supporting one another. 💛

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Nursing and Midwifery Council @newsnmc.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

What does inclusive, person-centred practice learning look like in hospital settings? Explore our Learning Disability Liaison case study 👇 A real-world example of proficiencies in practice for student nurses. 🔗 www.nmc.org.uk/standards/st...

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