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Nursing workforce shortages and surging complexity are increasing the risk for patients and staff, warns nursing union

A challenging mix of a failure to fill the gaps in the nursing workforce and increasing patient need are leaving staff struggling to keep people safe, as a quarter say registered nurse numbers are so far below what is required that there is now a high risk of harm on shift.

Why recognising nursing as a STEM profession matters for Wales's future workforce

Scientific, technological and analytical expertise already underpin modern nursing practice; formal STEM status would strengthen recruitment, visibility and innovation across Wales.

Group Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Group Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee provides advice, leadership and oversight to the development, implementation and delivery of the Group EDI strategy.

System-wide failure in children's mental health, RCN says

Around half a million children and young people in England have turned to emergency departments for support since 2019

Cost-of-living crisis: students and early-career nurses need urgent support

Nursing students are facing increasing financial strain, while early-career nurses are overwhelmed by student debt and stagnant wages, RCN analysis finds

Racism allowed to ‘flourish’ in NHS, says RCN

We’re calling for strong action, more support for nursing staff, and an end to anti-migrant rhetoric from politicians

RCN President: 'We can make change happen'

As RCN Congress opens in Liverpool, President Bejoy Sebastian says he will stand with members to create a brighter future for nursing

RCN celebrating Nursing Support Workers' Day

Today is dedicated to recognising and celebrating nursing support workers – and the skills, dedication and compassion they bring to the lives of patients, families and the entire nursing community.

RCN Congress 2026: five topics from Nicola Ranger’s keynote speech

Fair recognition for nursing skills, ANPs, immigration and more: what our General Secretary and Chief Executive spoke about on stage in Liverpool