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NHS pay consultation in England: members vote reject
Two-thirds of members who voted said the 5.5% pay award isn’t enough.
Updated: 7 March 2025 -
New Chair and Vice Chair of RCN Congress announced
Linda Bailey and Patience Bamisaye will oversee the main debates and discussions at the RCN’s annual nursing event.
Updated: 24 September 2024 -
Huge increase in nursing staff quitting early poses risk to NHS reforms
We’re calling on the UK government to substantially raise pay and introduce loan forgiveness measures now.
Updated: 8 April 2025 -
RCN Awards 2025: nominate an outstanding nursing colleague
Tell us who should receive an RCN Award, as we get ready to celebrate members who’ve made a difference to the lives of others and the wider nursing profession through their voluntary work for the RCN.
Updated: 4 April 2025 -
Tuition fee increase is ‘bad news for patient care’
A loan forgiveness model for nursing staff who commit to working in the NHS and public services must be introduced.
Updated: 4 November 2024 -
Agenda for Change non-pay commitments do not address challenges facing NHS nursing staff
These recommendations are a missed opportunity to reset priorities and demonstrate nursing is valued.
Updated: 2 December 2024 -
RCN Presidential and Council elections results announced
The results are in for key leadership positions including President, Deputy President and Council members.
Updated: 26 July 2025 -
COVID inquiry: RCN questions Matt Hancock
We asked the former health secretary about absence of reporting on deaths, infection and self-isolation rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: 22 August 2025 -
Corridor care: RCN declares ‘national emergency’ and demands political action
Nursing staff are regularly forced to provide care to patients in chairs and corridors, compromising patient safety and dignity. We’re asking members to call it out and join our fight to eradicate the practice.
Updated: 16 February 2025 -
Nursing education crisis: ‘we need action now’
Nursing lecturers tell us they’re facing redundancy amid severe financial challenges affecting universities. The next UK government must deliver an emergency intervention within 100 days of taking office, insists the RCN.
Updated: 3 November 2024
