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As Andy Burnham sets out his future plans for reforming social care, the RCN says meaningful change will require investment in nursing and a nurse-led approach

Home secretary under pressure over changes that would make it harder for foreign workers to claim permanent residence

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From high-profile inquiries to everyday workplace mistakes, concerns are growing about health care staff accessing patient records without a legitimate clinical reason

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Patients suffer as nursing is consistently deprioritised against other staff groups

A one day conference nurses who are working towards, or currently practising at an advanced level across both the NHS and the independent sector

If you care deeply about your profession and want to do your bit to influence the work of the RCN, please nominate yourself to join a Country or Regional Board. By joining an RCN Board, you'll work with other members from your country or region with a shared sense of purpose.

In this blog for World Patient Safety Day 2026, Kim Ball, Jane Ball and Rose Gallagher share what this year's theme means to nursing from their perspective, through the lens of prevention, safe staffi...

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Nursing staff work on a range of conditions that require time-critical medications. Here's what you need to know

Nursing staff are more susceptible to SAD. Here's how to manage it

The results are in for key leadership positions including President, Deputy President and Council members

1.2 million patients in England waited between 12 and 24 hours in A&E, and 500,000 more patients waited for more than 24 hours, the National Audit Office has estimated

A one-day conference is hosted by the RCN Women's Health Forum and provides an unmissable opportunity to get the latest updates and developments on key issues in women’s health.

From boardroom representation to staffing levels, this bill could have lasting consequences for nursing staff and patients

Nursing workforce standards

Many of us use alcohol to relax, socialise or mark special occasions. But what happens when we take a step back and reassess our relationship with drinking?

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger reflects on improved financial support for nursing students in England and what more needs to be done to help the future of our profes...

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.

Home Office concedes skilled workers abused by sponsors can change employer and complete visa term

Join us in September for the RCN International Nursing Research Conference 2026

How nursing staff are crucial in the fight against forced marriage and honour-based abuse

If you care deeply about your profession and want to do your bit to influence the work of the RCN, please nominate yourself to join a Country or Regional Board. By joining an RCN Board, you'll work with other members from your country or region with a shared sense of purpose.

RCN Pain and Palliative Care Conference

With new nursing profiles that more accurately reflect modern nursing, it's now more important than ever to complete a job evaluation.

What's a Fair Pay Agreement and when could it affect your pay and conditions? We answer key questions for nursing staff working in adult social care in England

The RCN Students Committee has written to NHS England and the Chief Nursing Officer for England calling for improvements to nursing recruitment practices. You can sign the letter too.

A dedicated conference for RCN retired members'

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.

Inside the cardiothoracic specialism's steep learning curve, through the eyes of a newly registered nurse