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‘The Lady with the Lamp’ – how the 1950s Ladybird book shaped children’s perceptions of nursing.
This blog reflects on how the mid 20th-century Ladybird book on Florence Nightingale shaped a simplified, romanticised version of Nightingale’s story for generations of children. It argues the book reinforced narrow 1950s ideas about gender, class, and who counts in history, leaving out other notable nurses and presenting nursing as young women’s work.
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Demystifying the coroner's court
This blog features Angela's reflections on attending coroner's court to give evidence. Understanding the role of the coroner is any nurse or midwife could find themselves being asked to provide a written statement, or give evidence verbally to the coroner following a death.
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North West Multicultural Group April Meeting
The latest meeting for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.
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Sickness, sick pay and returning to work
Help for RCN members on sick leave, sick pay, returning to work, and support for long-term conditions or disabilities.
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Immigration – Right to Remain (Session 2)
This online session will introduce stewards to information around immigration and the right to remain.
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North West Multicultural Group August Meeting
The latest meeting for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.
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Celebrating Black History Month with the NW Multicultural Group
An in-person event for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.
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North West Multicultural Group December Meeting
The latest meeting for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.
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Care Home Open Week IHSC Event
An event to celebrate those working in North West care homes.
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Celebrating 15 years of the RCN Foundation!
In March 2025, RCN Foundation Director, Deepa Korea, and RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Nicola Ranger, welcomed staff in celebrating the incredible impact of the RCN Foundation since it was founded in 2010
