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  • 19 May 2026

    Supporting the Retention of Early Career Nurses in England

    Publication Code : 012-546

    This report draws on qualitative and quantitative evidence to highlight the challenges and opportunities faced by final-year nursing students, newly registered nurses and early career nurses. It also presents interventions that the government and system partners must take now to protect and strengthen the pipeline of nurses for generations to come.

  • 18 May 2026

    Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Annual Report 2025-2026

    Publication Code : 012 490

    Our first Group Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy was published in May 2024. We have committed to producing an annual report on its progress and impact since that time. This, our second report, highlights our ongoing activity to strengthen our EDI foundations and build on what we have learned in this space.

  • 15 May 2026

    Neurodiversity Guidance for Employees

    Publication Code : 012 454

    There are many reasons that inclusive and diverse workforces are something to strive for. Each individual has different skills and experiences that can enrich workplaces. Good employment practices ensure their talents can be utilised and developed. This guidance provides information on what support is available to employees from recruitment processes to workplace adjustments.

  • 15 May 2026

    Neurodiversity Guidance for Employers

    Publication Code : 012 453

    Neurodiversity acknowledges that each person’s brain is unique. Our brains work and interpret information differently and we all bring individual experience, strengths, and assets to a situation. This guidance includes what steps employers can take to support employees and details an employer’s and line manager’s responsibilities to their staff members.

  • 15 May 2026

    Neurodiversity Pocket Guide

    Publication Code : 012 452

    Neurodiversity acknowledges that each person’s brain is unique. Our brains work and interpret information differently and we all bring individual experience, strengths, and assets to a situation. This pocket guide has been developed by RCN members with lived experience of neurodivergent conditions and neurotypical stakeholders with an interest in neurodiversity.

  • 15 May 2026

    Neurodiversity Guidance for Universities, Students, Practice Assessors and Supervisors

    Publication Code : 012 455

    Universities should be committed to supporting all students to succeed, including those with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions. There is a legal duty to make reasonable adjustments to remove barriers that may disadvantage disabled students compared to their peers. This guidance includes how universities can support students to succeed, the various support available to students and the role of practice assessors and supervisors.

  • 15 May 2026

    Impact Report 2025

    Publication Code : 012 307

    In 2023, we published our five-year strategic plan A new dawn for nursing. This set out our aims and ambitions against four goals. Our impact is all the activity and success we have had in progressing our goals and working in our priority areas. This report is a summary of what we have achieved in 2025 and includes links to help you explore areas of particular interest further.

  • 15 May 2026

    Know Your Worth. Re-banding the nursing workforce within the NHS is starting with band 5

    Publication Code : 012 549

    Your pay should accurately reflect the work you do. This guide highlights the NHS job evaluation process and how you can ensure your pay reflects your job role.

  • 15 May 2026

    Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Emergency Care: Level 1 and 2

    Publication Code : 012 222

    This updated framework aims to encourage professional development, leadership skills, and career progression in emergency nursing; promoting high quality patient care and a culture that supports recruitment and retention of emergency nurses. It was developed by leading emergency nursing experts, is founded on nursing philosophy and details the depth and breadth of knowledge and skills required of emergency nurses.

  • 13 May 2026

    Council's Report to Members on Congress 2025

    Publication Code : 012-509

    This report details the activities that have been carried out by RCN members and staff to push forward with the resolutions and matters for discussions passed at Congress 2025.

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