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All the latest on current nursing issues, including employment matters, health and safety in the workplace, public health policy and clinical skills, as well as updates on the work of the RCN.
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11 Feb 2026
Government funding to improve nursing career progression in England
After sustained RCN pressure, nursing staff will benefit from a package to tackle barriers to progression
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4 Feb 2026
Nursing staff must be central to delivering National Cancer Plan
The success of the plan will depend on investing in the nursing staff who deliver cancer care every day, says the RCN
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15 Jan 2026
‘Ashamed and angry’ nursing staff speak out on corridor care
The RCN says the practice must end urgently, as testimony from our members shows its damaging effects
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8 Jan 2026
Corridor care is ‘policy failure with devastating human consequences’
RCN demands urgent action as investigator says corridor care is happening throughout the year
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5 Jan 2026
Clearer pay band progression and nursing responsibility recognised in handbook update
Following RCN campaigning, a change to the NHS national terms and conditions handbook reflects the accountability nurses take on early in their careers
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30 Dec 2025
RCN Fellow and RCN Foundation director recognised in New Year Honours list
Michelle Cox and Deepa Korea named on the list issued by His Majesty the King, for their contributions to the nursing profession
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18 Dec 2025
Nursing left behind on pay progression, RCN report warns
A lack of consistent career development in nursing is costing lives, money and the future of nursing
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12 Dec 2025
Corridor care should be eradicated, not just mitigated, says RCN
NHS England’s new corridor care guidance is a sign of just how far care standards have fallen. We’re calling for a fully funded plan to eradicate the practice
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3 Dec 2025
Corridor care crisis: 12-hour waits surge as RCN warns of 'devastating' winter
The Westminster government’s failure to rapidly invest in beds, staff and community services has set the stage for a dangerous winter
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2 Dec 2025
RCN survey shows nursing staff feel more undervalued than ever
Two-thirds of nursing staff say their pay doesn’t reflect their responsibilities, and four in 10 are considering leaving the profession, the RCN reports