RCN Scotland

Representing nurses, health care support workers, nursing students and midwives across Scotland

We campaign on issues of concern to nurses and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.

34 news articles

27 Feb 2020
Recruiting more nursing staff should be a priority for Scottish Government spending

New polling suggests widespread concern that there are too few nursing staff to provide safe and effective care for the people of Scotland.
7 Feb 2020
RCN comment on Scottish budget 2020-21

Extra funding for health and social care services is welcome but a continued long-term focus is needed to tackle current staffing shortages and meet ever-increasing demand, says RCN Scotland.

How RCN helped to shape legislation on safe and effective staffing

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