Ask for more
The RCN is calling for safe staffing legislation in all four countries of the UK. We take a look at what's happening in Scotland
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January issue of Activate
Five minutes with BJ Waltho...
The new Chair of RCN Congress tells us what she's looking for in agenda item submissions for the event in 2019
Looking at the bigger picture
Helen Inskip explains why the RCN's new training programme for branch and board committee members is so valuable
Tackling workplace bullying
We speak to RCN steward Maggy Heaton about what can be done to change a culture of bullying
What reps need to know about flu vaccination
With some trusts taking a more punitive approach to flu vaccination, we unpick the RCN’s recent advice to safety reps
Setting the standards for support
A new project is helping to formalise support and supervision standards for all reps
Lasting benefits for lifelong learning
Meet the reps who are leading the way in learning for the independent sector
Persistence pays off
Safety rep Carolyn Venters explains why workplace safety inspections are well worth it
Go home healthy
Work is a major cause of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) especially for nursing staff working in the community
The voice of members
Making the decision on the NHS pay deal in England
Unsafe place
Fumes from the psychoactive drug spice are putting prison nursing staff at risk
Zero tolerance
The RCN re-affirms its stance on sexual harassment and abuses of power
Are you ready for GDPR?
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes in on 25 May
Rest, rehydrate and refuel
RCN launches campaign to encourage a healthier, happier workplace
A new community of reps
An RCN initiative is helping reps share knowledge and feel more valued