Blogs
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15 Dec 2022
My vision for the future of Independent Health and Social Care in Scotland
Carol Dale, our new Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in Scotland, discusses the challenges facing the sector and her vision for how things can be improved.
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14 Dec 2022
Striking is the right thing to do
Patients are at the centre of every decision we’ve made, explains Nicola Ranger, our new Director of Nursing.
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14 Dec 2022
Why striking is the only option for nurses
On the eve of the RCN's historic strike action, South East nurse Charlie Rumary discusses why he feels strike action is the only option to secure the future of nursing.
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10 Dec 2022
Farewell and thank you South West - you are the best
Dear All At the RCN EGM on the 29 November a motion of no confidence was passed. Under RCN governance guidance this is not a binding decision. I have nonetheless decided to stand down from the position of Council member for the South West region and Chair of Dorset branch.
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9 Dec 2022
Just days to go until our first UK-wide strike
Pat Cullen shares the week’s news as plans ramp up for our first UK-wide strike action in 106 years.
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1 Dec 2022
All things Brighton beautiful
RCN Congress will be held from 14-18 May 2023 at the Brighton Centre on the seafront.
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1 Dec 2022
Contemporary issues in abortion
This blog aims to consolidate some important changes to abortion legislation that has happened in 2022 and describes how this will affect practice.
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1 Dec 2022
The responsibility we have as qualified nurses to inspire the next generation
A reflection on how my career has been influenced by student nurses. Encouraging others to look at how to incorporate supporting students into general practice and ensuring support goes from pre-registration to qualified staff.
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29 Nov 2022
How integrated care systems present a milestone opportunity for nursing
RCN Fellow Professor David Sines CBE on the potential for a more comprehensive and co-ordinated health and social care system.
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25 Nov 2022
The first strike dates have been announced
In a week when nursing has once again been named the most trusted profession by the UK public, Pat Cullen shares further details of upcoming strike action.