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RCN Scotland comment on COVID-19 testing
Regular testing of health and care workers and the people they are caring for, even if they have no symptoms, is needed, says RCN Scotland.
Updated: 11 January 2022 -
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.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Confused guidance leaves nursing staff in independent sector exposed to Covid-19
Nursing staff with underlying health conditions could have no choice but return to work because of sub-par sick pay.
Updated: 11 January 2022 -
RCN comment on Scottish budget 2020-21
Extra funding for health and social care services is welcome but a continued long-term focus is needed to tackle current staffing shortages and meet ever-increasing demand, says RCN Scotland.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
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
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
'All staff, no matter where they work, must feel safe'
Community health and care leaders call on the Cabinet Secretary to take urgent action to protect those caring for the most sick and vulnerable during pandemic.
Updated: 30 March 2020 -
Nurse leader calls on First Minister to intervene on protective equipment supply
RCN members and others in the health and care workforce are seriously concerned about their safety due to the lack of protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic. The RCN is calling on the First Minister to make sure all staff get the equipment they need and widespread testing for staff is mad...
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
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
Updated: 28 June 2021 -
Approach to recovery must be wider than the NHS says RCN Scotland
RCN Scotland calling for an approach to recovery that maintains the safety of the public and staff and recognises the unique contribution of nurses and health care support workers.
Updated: 15 March 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.
Updated: 19 September 2022
