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Urgent Scottish government action needed to halt the exodus of registered nurses from the profession
A new RCN report published today [13 February] highlights the crisis of skilled and experienced nurses leaving the profession.
Updated: 16 July 2023 -
UCAS figures showing applicants to nursing courses in Scotland down by 24%
UCAS figures released today provide a snapshot of the number of applicants so far for courses which begin in autumn this year. These show that the number of applicants for nursing courses in Scotland is down 24% compared to the same point last year - the biggest drop in applicants for nursing across...
Updated: 10 July 2023 -
Nursing Taskforce must be prioritised
Thousands of nursing posts remain vacant across Scotland’s NHS according to the latest statistics published today (Tuesday 7 March).
Updated: 6 August 2023 -
Financial support for nursing students - tell us your views
Nursing students in Scotland are being asked to give their views on student financial support. The results will help us influence Scottish government to improve the financial support students receive.
Updated: 1 July 2023 -
RCN to consult members in Scotland on new pay offer
The consultation will open on Tuesday 28 February and close at 9am on Monday 20 March.
Updated: 22 July 2023 -
Scottish Student Ambassador Avril Wilson is commended at Congress 2023
A nursing student at the Open University based in Dumfries & Galloway has been commended for her exceptional work as an RCN Student Ambassador.
Updated: 13 October 2023 -
RCN Scotland calls on new First Minister to prioritise nursing workforce challenges
The RCN has today written to the new First Minister calling on him to prioritise the challenges facing our health and care services and ensure that Scotland has the nursing workforce it deserves.
Updated: 26 August 2023 -
RCN members meet politicians to share their experiences of nursing in Scotland today
RCN members met politicians key politicians and senior nurse leaders in Edinburgh to discuss the action needed now to value nursing in Scotland.
Updated: 2 October 2023 -
Ministerial Taskforce must deliver for the nursing profession and the people of Scotland
The Ministerial Nursing and Midwifery Task Force meets for the first time today (6 April) and we are calling for it to be informed by the views and experiences of RCN members and other existing and future nursing staff.
Updated: 4 September 2023 -
Scotland's Sheena Martin wins RCN Learning Rep of the Year at Congress 2023
An RCN member with a passion for learning has had her outstanding contribution as an RCN rep recognised in this year’s RCN awards.
Updated: 13 October 2023
