Government risks insulting nursing staff all over again with 2.5% pay offer, says Royal College of Nursing

Responding to the government’s evidence submitted to the NHS Pay Review Body (PRB), RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger, said: “Three months after we rejected a higher amount, and with inflation rising, the government risks insulting NHS staff all over again. With too m...

Shocking accounts of corridor care endured by elderly a 'moral stain', says Royal College of Nursing

RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive, Professor Nicola Ranger, said corridor care is a "moral stain" on the health service.

Students: five easy ways to take action today

Want change but don’t know where to start? Here are our top tips on how to make a positive impact on your student life and the nursing profession

‘The Lady with the Lamp’ – how the 1950s Ladybird book shaped children’s perceptions of nursing.

This blog reflects on how the mid 20th-century Ladybird book on Florence Nightingale shaped a simplified, romanticised version of Nightingale’s story for generations of children. It argues the book reinforced narrow 1950s ideas about gender, class, and who counts in history, leaving out other notabl...

Demystifying the coroner's court

This blog features Angela's reflections on attending coroner's court to give evidence. Understanding the role of the coroner is any nurse or midwife could find themselves being asked to provide a written statement, or give evidence verbally to the coroner following a death.

North West Multicultural Group April Meeting

The latest meeting for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.

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Sickness, sick pay and returning to work

Help for RCN members on sick leave, sick pay, returning to work, and support for long-term conditions or disabilities.

North West Multicultural Group August Meeting

The latest meeting for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.

Celebrating Black History Month with the NW Multicultural Group

An in-person event for North West members from multicultural backgrounds and their allies.