New NHS nursing profiles: ‘Staff need access to timely job evaluations’

We’ve ensured members' voices were considered in changes to the profiles, to support fairer pay and career progression

Get Out the Vote! A toolkit for RCN members

Get out the vote (GOTV) focuses on encouraging every RCN member to use their voice by participating in consultations and ballots. This toolkit details the ways in which the RCN asks members to get involved and methods and tips to help RCN representatives and members communicate information and get out the vote.

How RCN members took a stand - and won

When faced with an unexpected financial burden, RCN members in Nottinghamshire didn’t just accept the change—they organised, investigated, and pushed back. What followed was a powerful example of collective action leading to real change.

Changemakers Contributions

NHS pay award does nothing to show nursing is valued, says Royal College of Nursing

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger said: “This pay award is entirely swallowed up by inflation and does nothing to change the status quo – where nursing is not valued, too few enter it and too many quit. It is a grotesque decision to again favour doctor colleagues for higher increases than nursing and the rest of the NHS. Starting salaries for nursing staff remain too low."

RCN Congress 2025

This Blog discusses RCN Congress 2025 and describes some of the key debates and educational events.

Press office

Contact details for the RCN's national and regional press offices

The campaign continues at the South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Staff and patients alike find onsite parking at the South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust not only frustrating but it also adds significant stress and unnecessary worry to their day.

Northern Pride: a powerful mix of joy, connection and purpose

Attending Northern Pride in Newcastle this year was a truly special experience, made even more meaningful by being part of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) delegation.

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