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Updated RCN resources for band 5 nurses working in Scotland
If you’re a band 5 RCN nurse member in Scotland, I’m hoping you’re already aware of the band 5 nursing roles review that launched last summer.
Updated: 17 June 2025 -
Determination to speak out: My Journey as an ethnic minority union representative in NHS Scotland
On international day for the elimination of racial discrimination, one RCN Scotland Steward shares their personal experiences of speaking up for members within NHS Scotland.
Updated: 27 August 2025 -
Review of 2024
I can’t believe we are coming to the end of another year; it only seems like yesterday I was thinking about and planning for the year ahead. I’ve been reflecting on the last year, as there have been many opportunities to connect and work with members and employers in independent health and social ca...
Updated: 19 May 2025 -
Developing a nursing network
Samantha blogs about the challenges and obstacles to developing an inclusive nursing network in primary care, and the numerous benefits seen in collaborative working, nursing education, retention, restorative clinical supervision and patient care as a consequence of this innovation.
Updated: 30 March 2025 -
What makes a health and safety representative with the RCN?
The simple answer it is YOU.
Updated: 26 July 2025 -
Six busy months as interim director for RCN South West
It’s been six months since I became interim director for the South West region. I’m loving being back in this role surrounded by a fantastic team who are working hard to support members on a huge range of matters across workplaces in the region. With the NHS facing ongoing financial pressures our st...
Updated: 14 September 2025 -
Joint Representatives' Spring conference, 13-14 March 2025, Bristol
I recently attended the RCN Joint Reps’ conference in Bristol. It was a real pleasure to work with my fellow UK committee members: Matthew Stewart, UK Stewards Committee member, and Vicky Brotherton, UK Safety Reps Committee Chair, and with them, to represent the South West region at the event. In f...
Updated: 9 September 2025 -
NHS Overseas Workers Day: 'diversity is our strength'
Jennifer Caguioa, RCN London Council Member, marks NHS Overseas Workers Day by writing about the importance of international nursing staff.
Updated: 4 August 2025 -
Take some time to be inspired by Congress 2025
Do you ever have the time to really think about how you're feeling about nursing, your future and the future of our profession?
Updated: 3 March 2025 -
Why I joined the RCN London Board: 'I decided to take action'
Aidan Slowie, Chair of RCN London Board, reflects on his career – and why he decided to get more involved with the RCN.
Updated: 6 September 2025
