Policy papers and briefings
Together with our members, we work to put nursing at the top of the agenda for the Welsh government and Welsh Parliament.
We don't back any one political party. Instead, we work with all political parties and elected representatives. Our goal is to make sure our members' voice is heard by decision makers to get the best outcomes for the nursing profession and for patients.
Regular publications
The two reports below are our always-up-to-date guide to the nursing workforce in Wales.
Progress and Challenge in Delivering Safe and Effective Care 2022
How have health boards implemented the Nurse Staffing Levels (Wales) Act 2016? This major new report updates the 2019 edition.
Recent publications
Mental Health Nursing
A lack of investment in inpatient services in Wales has contributed to inequalities in mental health services. What should the Welsh government do? Read our report in English or read the summary in Welsh.
Agency Nursing
Why has agency nursing become such a popular alternative to being directly employed by the NHS? We look at what needs to change to make working for the NHS attractive again.
July 2022: Retaining Nurses in the Profession
April 2022: Learning Disablity Nursing
Ward Manager Project
A ward manager's leadership can keep teams skilled and motivated and patients safe. But what happens when that's hindered by staff shortages?
2021
Infection Prevention and Control Nursing (Welsh / English)
Community Nursing Teams (Welsh / English)
Nursing in Numbers 2021 (Welsh / English)
2020 Member survey report (Welsh / English)
Safe Nurse Staffing Levels Coalition joint letter (Welsh / English)
2020
Nursing in Numbers 2020 (Welsh / English)
Vote for Nursing — RCN Wales 2021 Senedd election manifesto (Welsh / English)
Resources
Check out all our campaigning resources on here!
Page last updated - 16/05/2023
