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Keeping safe under pressure
Geraldine Walters from the NMC gives advice and reassurance on making difficult decisions during the pandemic
Updated: 15 January 2024 -
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Making the most of your income
Claim everything you’re entitled to, says Renee, the RCN’s new income maximisation officer.
Updated: 5 December 2022 -
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‘I felt like a criminal, like it was all my fault’
Nursing maternity pay mistake leads to debt
Updated: 15 November 2022 -
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Picket lines: what you need to know
Find out how picket lines work and what to expect if you’re planning to join one.
Updated: 13 August 2025 -
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Working on bank holidays: know your rights
While it’s a welcome day off for some, for many nursing staff it’s just another working day. So what are your entitlements when it comes to bank holidays?
Updated: 24 August 2022 -
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Pension planning: it's never too early
Whether you’re starting your first job or approaching the end of your career, it’s always worth taking time to think about your pension. RCN National Officer Chris Musgrave answers some commonly asked questions to help get you started
Updated: 26 October 2024 -
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‘I thought I was dreaming – this couldn’t possibly be happening’
When a member faced allegations of gross misconduct, the RCN provided free legal representation and supported him throughout. Now his name is cleared and he has got his life back
Updated: 29 January 2023 -
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Long COVID: how the RCN can help you
Nursing staff are the occupational group most impacted by long COVID and its complex symptoms. Here’s how the RCN can help you get the support you need, from assistance applying for benefits to connecting with peers
Updated: 16 July 2024 -
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5 ways to support staff observing Ramadan
Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. Hamira shares her tips for how to respect and support colleagues taking part
Updated: 3 August 2024 -
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NHS workforce plan: what does it mean for nursing?
170,000 more nurses, 64,000 nursing associates and 10,000 extra nursing students in England each year by 2037. It’s an ambitious plan from the UK government, but we have serious concerns about how it’ll be delivered without proper investment in the existing nursing workforce
Updated: 14 August 2025
