Sunday 10 May
4pm Act of worship
4pm Meet the Agenda Committee
8pm RCN Scotland welcome reception
8pm RCN Yorkshire and the Humber welcome reception, followed by dinner 9pm
8pm RCN Northern Ireland welcome reception
8pm RCN Northern Region welcome reception
8pm RCN Eastern Region welcome reception
8pm RCN London Region welcome reception
8pm RCN North West Region welcome reception
8pm RCN South East Region welcome reception
8pm RCN South West Region welcome reception
8pm RCN Wales welcome reception
8pm RCN East Midlands Region welcome reception
8pm RCN West Midlands Region welcome reception
9pm Nursing Standard disco
Act of worship
Sunday: 4pm - 5pm
Location: Sacred Space, St Peter's Church
This act of worship has been part of RCN Congress since it began and will be held again this year. Everyone is welcome to this affirmation of our values and the opportunity to reflect in preparation for the busy week ahead. As usual we will honour and celebrate the roots and traditions of nursing and the RCN in a service dedicated to nursing and reminding us that Congress takes place with the support of the local community and within the strength of our long tradition.
Meet the Agenda Committee
Sunday: 4pm - 5pm
Location: Harrogate International Centre, Main Auditorium
Organiser: Agenda Committee
Confused about Congress procedures? Worried about speaking in debates? Then take this opportunity to meet the Agenda Committee at this informal briefing. This session will show you how to get the best out of Congress and, most importantly, how to maximise your chances to get your voice heard in the debates. The Agenda Committee looks forward to seeing you there.
RCN Scotland welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 9pm
Location: The Holiday Inn Hotel, Ripley Suite
Organiser: RCN Scotland
An invitation is extended to all Scottish representatives voting and non-voting. The reception will serve as an initial meeting of all those attending Congress and enable them to meet and talk to RCN Scotland staff attending. It will give RCN staff and board members the opportunity to meet "first time" attendees at Congress and to help with any points they may be unsure about.
RCN Yorkshire and the Humber welcome reception, followed by dinner (ticket only) 9pm - midnight (same venue)
Sunday: 8pm - 9.30pm
Location: The White Hart Hotel, Hotel Bar
Organiser: RCN Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Board
Members of the Yorkshire and the Humber Region are invited to this social event to network together. The RCN Yorkshire and Humber dinner is a ticket only event. Tickets are available in advance of Congress from the Regional Office on 0845 456798 or from Roy Tomlinson at grtomlinson@talktalk.net.
RCN Northern Ireland welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 9.30pm
Organiser: RCN Northern Ireland
Location: The Majestic Hotel, Reading Room
RCN Northern Ireland invites all Congress delegates and guests from Northern Ireland to an informal reception to welcome you to Congress and enable you to network with colleagues from Northern Ireland. Refreshments will be provided. To confirm your attendance, please notify John Knape by telephone on 028 90 384 600 or by email: john.knape@rcn.org.uk.
RCN Northern Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 9.30pm
Location: The Old Swan Hotel, Red Lounge
Organiser: RCN Northern Region
RCN Northern Region welcomes all its members to Counting on Care - Congress 2009.
RCN Eastern Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 10pm
Location: The Holiday Inn Hotel, Charter Suite 1 and 2
Organiser: RCN Eastern Region
All members of the Eastern Region are welcome to attend our reception - a hot buffet will be provided. This is an opportunity for you to meet on a social basis prior to Congress. No charge will be made for this event but attendance must be confirmed by emailing patricia.taylor@rcn.org.uk or calling 01284 717724.
RCN London Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 10pm
Location: The Holiday Inn Hotel, Harewood Suite 1 & 2
Organiser: RCN London Region
We are once again delighted to extend an invitation to all London members to join the London region board and staff at the Congress welcome reception. Come along and meet your board members and take the opportunity to meet up with old colleagues and new friends. A hot supper will be served.
RCN North West Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 10pm
Location: The Cairn Hotel
Organiser: RCN North West Region
Welcome reception for members and delegates for the North West region with a buffet supper. Admission is by invitation only. Tickets £15 each.
RCN South East Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 10pm
Location: St George's Hotel, Wharfedale Suite
Organiser: RCN South East Region
The RCN South East Region is pleased to welcome both new and long-standing members to our welcome reception. Entrance will be by ticket only.
RCN South West Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 10pm
Location: The Pump Room
Organiser: South West Regional Board
The South West Region Board and staff would like to welcome members from the South West Region to Congress - especially colleagues attending Congress for the first time. The reception is informal and gives members an opportunity to meet old and new friends and to get to know the South West Regional Team and the Board members elected by their branches and forums.
RCN Wales welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 10.30pm
Location: The Majestic Hotel, French Restaurant
Organiser: RCN Wales
The RCN Welsh Board is delighted to invite you to join us to celebrate the start of Congress and enjoy a chance to meet with old friends and make some new ones.
Dinner will be provided but places are limited so please contact Alison Hobbs-McClean in advance of Congress by email: alison.hobbs-mcclean@rcn.org.uk or tel: 02920 680 721 as soon as possible to confirm your attendance at this event.
Come dressed for the occasion, we look forward to seeing you there.
RCN East Midlands Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 11pm
Location: The Old Swan Hotel, Conservatory
Organiser: RCN East Midlands Region
All members of the RCN East Midlands Region are cordially invited to attend our Congress welcome reception. A two course hot buffet will be served at a charge of £10.00. Tickets are available in advance of Congress from the East Midlands Regional Office, tel: 0115 8507641 or email: dianef.meadwell@rcn.org.uk If you are reading this during Congress week and would like to know how you may be able to get a ticket please visit the enquiry desk on level four foyer.
RCN West Midlands Region welcome reception
Sunday: 8pm - 11pm
Location: The Majestic Hotel, Drawing Room
Organiser: RCN West Midlands Region
All members of the RCN West Midlands Region are cordially invited to attend our Congress welcome reception. All voting and non-voting delegates from the West Midlands are welcome to attend.
Hosted by our council members and board, our delegates' reception will offer you the chance to meet colleagues from other branches/bodies within the West Midlands region as well as RCN staff. This is an excellent opportunity, particularly for first time Congress attendees, to come and link up with local colleagues. Entry is by ticket only priced at £10.00 including food and drink. Tickets are available in advance of Congress by contacting Jenny Bagley or Isobella Biddle at the Regional Office on 0845 456 7842.
Nursing Standard disco
Sunday: 9pm - 1am
Location: The Majestic Hotel, Ballroom and Crush room
Organiser: Nursing Standard
Come along and experience the opening social event of Congress 2009. The Nursing Standard disco is free to all delegates - look out for your entry ticket in your delegate pack.