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On the anniversary of the Safe Staffing Act, we ask ‘What difference has a year made?’
Tomorrow (1 April), it will have been exactly a year since Scotland’s safe staffing legislation came into force. The Act itself was never intended to be an instant fix for the issues in the nursing workforce and more work is required, says Eileen McKenna.
Updated: 11 March 2026 -
Educational programmes and services
RCN's Educational programmes and services provide a range of tools which can help organisations to improve patient care and patient experience in the UK
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
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Industrial action explained: what happens before nursing staff can strike?
Find out what it means to take industrial action and what statutory requirements must be met for it to be lawful
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
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Striking a balance: patient safety during industrial action
It’s two years since nursing staff in Northern Ireland took part in historic strike action. They explain how they preserved patient safety, while still making an impact
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
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Nursing our planet: no smoke without fire
Environmentally friendly, sustainable health care should be a priority for all of us, says Jade
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
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Sally champions hand hygiene in Cambodia
Quality assurance matron Sally Young flew to north-west Cambodia to share her clinical expertise with hospital staff
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
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Magic moments
How dogs can help people manage potentially fatal health conditions and detect some cancers
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
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Top tips for new students
Jess has some reassuring words and advice for all students who recently started university
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
RCN Plymouth Branch meeting with speaker on changes to immigration rules
Your branch team would love to meet you and share updates on current issues and upcoming events. Most importantly, this meeting is your opportunity to influence your branch's activities, learning sessions, and priorities. We want to hear your views on the topics that matter to you and your work, so ...
Updated: 12 March 2026 -
The Art of Nursing
The Art of Nursing
Updated: 12 March 2026