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Have you jumped on the band 5 review wagon yet?
Our election campaign – The Gloves are Off – calls on the next Scottish government to start valuing nursing properly. One way to achieve this is to pay nurses for the job they do now. Thousands of band 5 nurses may be missing out on an opportunity to be paid properly, says Colin Poolman.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
NHS employment
Learn about NHS pay, conditions of employment, job evaluation processes and more.
Updated: 22 February 2026 -
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‘I’m definitely voting to strike’
Charge nurse Kehinde knows why international NHS nursing staff may be reluctant to strike, but also why it's vital they do.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
Candidates announced for forthcoming RCN elections
Find out who is seeking your vote for key leadership positions including President, Deputy President and Council members when voting opens next month.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
How to nominate RCN Fellows
The RCN elects a small number of new Fellows and Honorary Fellows each year. Members can nominate or support one candidate per year.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
RCN Award of Merit
As a member, if you know someone who has dedicated their time and energy to helping members, you can nominate them for an RCN Award of Merit.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
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‘The solidarity of members on the picket line was incredible’
Lyndsay talks about her experience of the Northern Ireland picket lines and gives her top tips to other active members involved in organising them.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
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NHS pay: 'Politicians need to get their priorities right'
Health care support worker Sharon explains why she believes it’s time for nursing staff to vote yes to strike action.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
Nursing Support Workers Committee elections
Information on the election of members to seats on the RCN UK Nursing Support Workers Committee.
Updated: 5 March 2026 -
Disciplinary and statement enquiry form
Disciplinary and statement enquiry form
Updated: 5 March 2026
