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NHS pay 2021-22
NHS pay scales information for nursing staff in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland for 2021-22.
Updated: 30 April 2026 -
NHS pay 2022-23
NHS pay scales information for nursing staff in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland for 2022-23.
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A spotlight on nursing in the community: Trailblazing care in Tayside’s schools
Nursing staff working in Scotland’s communities are highly skilled, autonomous practitioners providing person-centred care outside of hospital settings. The work is diverse and impactful — with their focus on preventative care, managing long term conditions and maximising patients’ independence.
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Global Health Nursing: It's not them, it’s us.
Head of the International Academy, Elsa Afonso reframes how we should understand internationalism and global nursing.
Updated: 30 April 2026 -
Nursing pay: we need a pathway to progression
General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger reflects on the recent announcements on NHS pay awards and RCN Congress 2025.
Updated: 30 April 2026 -
Life as a Consultant Nurse and Clinical Director
A nurse as a Clinical Director (CD) is uncommon in most organisations. I therefore consider my appointment to interim CD is as much a testament to the foresight and bravery of my line managers, as it is about my skill to perform. Eight months into this role, I reflect on my day to day experience.
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Wisdom, knowledge and skills: Celebrating International Day of the Midwife
Carmel Bagness, RCN Professional Lead for Midwifery and Women’s Health, shares her reflections on the joys, challenges and honour of being a midwife.
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Frequently asked questions
Ballot on industrial action for Health visitor team leaders in Glasgow
Updated: 30 April 2026 -
Becoming an RCN rep
These sessions are your opportunity to find out more about becoming an RCN representative in the West Midlands.
Updated: 30 April 2026 -
The What So What and Now What of Critically Reflective Leadership
What? Almost a century ago, Dewey (1933) recognised the importance of reflecting on how our experiences facilitate personal growth and change. More recently, there has been an interest in how critically reflective leaders can improve team outcomes.
Updated: 30 April 2026