Blogs
Read the latest opinions from the RCN in Scotland
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14 Apr 2021
Remobilisation must prioritise staff wellbeing and safe staffing
As Scotland progresses along the route-map for easing COVID-19 restrictions, focus on the remobilisation and recovery of health and care services is increasing.
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1 Apr 2021
Prioritising mental health nursing
The impact of the past year on the nation’s mental health cannot be underestimated. For so many, issues such as social isolation, financial worries and bereavement are understandably taking a toll.
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1 Apr 2021
Proper staffing is vital for safe nursing care
It was well recognised that the health and social care workforce was struggling with workforce shortages long before the Covid-19 pandemic.
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25 Mar 2021
Update your details with the RCN today
Now more than ever the RCN needs members to update their membership details, says Julie Lamberth.
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12 Mar 2021
Protect the Future of Nursing
Julie Lamberth explains why the new campaign to let the next Scottish Government and future MSPs know what needs to be done to Protect the Future of Nursing is so important right now.
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25 Feb 2021
RCN Scotland launches new campaign ahead of Scottish election
Today (25 February) RCN Scotland launches Protect the Future of Nursing - our campaign for the Scottish election 2021. Susan Aitkenhead explains why, now more than ever, action is needed.
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7 Jan 2021
Extension of financial support to social care staff who are shielding
RCN has fought hard to make sure social care staff who are shielding do not lose out financially and, says Norman Provan, our efforts have not been in vain.
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10 Dec 2020
Time for clarity on pay talks in Scotland
Nursing staff deserve to know, says Norman Provan. Is the Scottish government serious about starting meaningful negotiations on pay right now?
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12 Nov 2020
Fair pay for nursing is about a lot more than just pounds and pence on a pay slip
Fair pay for nursing is directly linked to delivering safe and effective care, says Norman Provan.
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22 Sep 2020
Scotland Director Theresa Fyffe to retire from Royal College of Nursing
Theresa Fyffe reflects on what she’s learned from her 14 years as RCN Scotland Director.
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