Lothian and Borders Branch
We champion local issues for RCN members working in Lothian and Borders. Get involved today to help our work.
Your branch team
- Chair: Kenneth Scott
- Treasurer: Tobias Kunkel
- Secretary: Nicole Dron
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Get in touch
- Call: 0345 772 6100
- Email: Scotland.Office@rcn.org.uk
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29 Nov 2022
RCN to consult members in Scotland on revised pay offer
The RCN is to consult its members in Scotland on the latest revised NHS pay offer. The consultation will open on Monday 5 December and close at midday on Monday 19 December.
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21 Apr 2022
RCN Scotland welcomes change in rules on access to FFP3 masks
RCN Scotland has welcomed confirmation from the Scottish government that staff working in health and social care can now have access to FFP3 masks based on risk assessment and personal preferences.
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1 Sep 2020
RCN comments on funding for mental health and wellbeing support of health and care staff
The Royal College of Nursing welcomes the announcement of funding to support the mental health and wellbeing of health and social care staff in the Scottish Government’s programme for Government.
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31 Aug 2020
Deadline for RCN Scotland Board Positions is fast approaching
We are now welcoming nominations for places on RCN Scotland’s board for terms of office starting on 1 January 2021.
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28 Aug 2020
Royal College of Nursing launches' Fair Pay for Nursing' campaign
New campaign calls for 12.5% pay rise for NHS nursing staff in all four UK countries
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21 Aug 2020
RCN survey reveals effect of pandemic on nursing staff
Pressures faced by nursing staff amid the pandemic revealed, showing nursing 'in a light never seen before'.
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4 Aug 2020
RCN Scotland comments on increase in the number of nursing students accepted onto courses in Scotland
Increase in applicants to nursing courses in Scotland is 'heartening', says RCN Scotland.
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20 Jul 2020
RCN Scotland comments on new mental health support helpline for health and social care staff
Mental wellbeing of health and social care staff must be a priority now and in the future, says RCN Scotland
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9 Jul 2020
RCN Scotland responds to registration figures from the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Increases in the nursing workforce and applications to study nursing at university should not hide the urgent need to ensure that nursing is attractive, well-paid, and meaningfully supported, says RCN Scotland.
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18 Jun 2020
Supporting mental health services will be fundamental to recovery from COVID-19
The Royal College of Nursing Scotland is calling for resources and support for mental health and learning disability services to be at the heart of recovery plans.
