News, events and campaigns
Here is where you find out about all the latest developments in nursing and health care. Get the latest news from the RCN and find out about our events and conferences, plus make sure you know about the many campaigns that we run on our members behalf.
News
Our communications teams across the UK bring you a wealth of information on current nursing issues, including employment matters, health and safety in the workplace, public health policy and clinical skills, plus there's updates on the work of the RCN.
Media centre
You can also access the RCN's press releases, both UK-wide and at country level, along with biographies on key RCN personnel, including the Chief Executive & General Secretary Dr Peter Carter and RCN President Andrea Spyropoulos.
RCN Events and conferences
The RCN organises an annual programme of events and conferences, including our annual Congress, to support your personal and professional development and provide a forum to discuss the latest developments in health care.
Along with comprehensive listings of all the latest RCN events, you can find out about the events that are happening in your area, and we have selected some key events that will be relevant to you.
All RCN events are assessed by the RCN Accreditation Unit. Certificates are provided to all delegates who attend RCN events, demonstrating evidence of the study hours and outcomes achieved.
Campaigns
We are constantly striving to improve working conditions for our members, along with promoting patient health and safety, and raising concerns about key health issues.
In this section you can find out about our current campaigns and see how you can get involved – and make a difference for other nursing colleagues as well as the people you care for.