North West
Welcome
From the South Lakes to South Cheshire, and from Chester to the Pennines, the RCN North West region represents more than 46,500 members, making us the third largest region of the RCN in terms of membership numbers.
Our world is constantly changing. Health care delivery in the UK is undergoing massive reorganisation, and even within the RCN we are facing the challenge of change, as we seek to revitalise our branches and to integrate our activities as a professional trade union.
Against this background it is important that we are open and transparent about what we are doing for members; and that members can play an active part in influencing those changes that affect them.
That's why this website is key in communicating with members and the public. Here you can find all you need to know about the RCN team in the regional office in Bolton, as well as your regional board and your local RCN branch. You’ll also find up to date local and regional news, information about events, as well as matters of interest to you as both a professional and employee.
North West in the limelight for 2008!
Over the coming weeks and months, the eyes of the RCN will focus on the North West and its exciting programme of events.
Sparrow School Choir musical drama: 14 October
And on Tuesday 14 October, the RCN North West Board and Liverpool Branch are proud to support a musical and drama performance entitled “Llavela Llanga – the Sun rose over Sophiatown” by the Sparrow School choir from South Africa. This will be the highpoint of their visit to the city, which aims to both raise funds and profile of School's valuable work back home. Hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter and local personality, Roger Phillips, the choir will perform a mix of traditional and South African street music. Liverpool’s very own Love and Joy choir will also be appearing.
Sparrow Schools, based in South Africa, provide valuable and much-needed vocational and educational support to children with learning problems. RCN North West members have a history of individually and collectively supporting the Sparrow school dating back to 2005.
Tickets are £7 for adults and £5 for concessions (children under 12 and adults over 65). All proceeds go to the Sparrow School. Tickets are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment, contact the Unity Theatre box office on 0151 709 4988; email tickets@unitytheatre.co.uk. Credit cards and switch accepted (with 50p transaction charge).
More details on all of these events can be found on the regional website, or please do contact the regional office at northwest.region@rcn.org.uk
Annual General Meeting: 15 October
For the first time in recent RCN history, the AGM will be held in an English region. Wednesday 15 October is a red letter day for the North West, when the AGM comes to the brand new Liverpool Arena and Convention Centre. The AGM is a great opportunity for members to ask questions on issues that matter and to help shape the RCN's future agenda. So we’re looking for a big turn out from members across the region. For more details go to www.rcn.org.uk/agm2008
RCN Dignity Campaign
And, to coincide with the AGM, Liverpool will also host the launch of a new toolkit to support the RCN’s important ‘Dignity: at the heart of everything we do' campaign.
Contact us
RCN North West is committed to providing members with a first class service as we seek to deliver the RCN's mission of "representing nurses and nursing, promoting excellence in practice and shaping health policy".
I trust you find the North West section useful. And don't forget to let us have your views about our service by emailing our office on: northwest.region@rcn.org.uk.