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Nursing staff will never forget how they and their patients were failed by those at the highest levels of government, says Royal College of Nursing
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger said: "Nursing staff could see the devastation of the virus but their voices went unheard until it was too late. Too many of those who did everything they could to protect their patients paid the ultimate price."
Updated: 20 April 2026 -
Up to 50,000 migrant nursing staff could be at risk of leaving the UK over Indefinite Leave to Remain proposals, damning new research from the RCN has warned
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger said: “These proposals are not just immoral; they would be dangerous for our patients. No Minister who has any interest in the success of our health and social care system would press ahead with extending the qualifying period for ILR...
Updated: 20 April 2026 -
Home Secretary's ILR policy a 'betrayal of those who have kept our social care system afloat', says Royal College of Nursing
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger, said: “It is right that nurses working in the NHS won’t see their ILR qualifying period extended and we have fought hard for that. However, scratch beneath the surface and it’s clear these proposals could have serious consequences fo...
Updated: 20 April 2026 -
Considering applying for a forum steering committee? Read this first
This blog will help Royal College of Nursing members understand forum steering committees and apply confidently, offering practical tips to stand out and contribute meaningfully to their specialty.
Updated: 21 April 2026 -
Duty of candour
A guide for RCN members and nursing staff on the duty of candour.
Updated: 2 July 2026 -
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‘Helping international nursing students thrive begins with better support’
Dilla, a nurse lecturer, says we should be cheering on these students to help them reach their full potential
Updated: 2 July 2026 -
Staffing for Safe and Effective Care
Explore RCN Scotland’s work influencing the Safe Staffing Act, ensuring providers meet duties for safe, effective care.
Updated: 2 July 2026 -
Refusal to treat
A guide for RCN members on withdrawing care from a patient in specified circumstances.
Updated: 2 July 2026 -
POLICY: Evaluation of the impact of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019 on nursing staff in 2024-25
2024-25 was the first year of the implementation of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019. RCN was interested to discover the impact of the Act on nursing staff.
Updated: 2 July 2026 -
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The fight for PPE that fits
The quest to get the right PPE for the women at work
Updated: 2 July 2026
