RCN Wales
Representing nurses, HCAs and APs, nursing students and midwives across Wales.
The Welsh government has announced a 3.3% NHS Wales pay award for 2026/27
Elected members on the RCN Trade Union Committee and Council will now consider the detail. They’ll look at whether this is fair treatment compared to other professions and sectors and what the government means when it asks for talks on reforming the structure of Agenda for Change.
Read more in our news story.
It’s more important than ever the details we hold for you are up to date. Check these now on MyRCN.
Upcoming Events
Addressing health inequalities for people with dementia - online webinar, 9.30am - 12.30pm, Tuesday 17 March 2026.
Our next CPD webinar will focus on the needs of people presenting with dementia from marginalised groups, and how health care professionals from the nursing team can better help and support them.
This webinar is suitable for all members of the nursing team working in any sector including NHS or Independent Health & Social Care Sector. See our event webpage for further details.
Wales votes in 2026
Discover what we're calling for in our manifesto.
In May 2026, Wales will elect a new Welsh Government.
Our members know best how the next Welsh Government should tackle the crisis of corridor care, protect patient safety, and fix health and social care.
Get involved in the campaign for stronger nursing - and a stronger nation.
RCN Wales Nurse of the Year Awards 2025
The results are in...
Here are the winners and runners-up of 2025.
Congratulations to you all!
Corridor care is not safe care.
Nurses, doctors, and health care staff in Wales are being forced to treat and care for patients in corridors, car parks, and other places where safe care simply isn't possible.
Nursing Pay
Find out the latest information about NHS pay in Wales and the campaign for Fair Pay for Nursing.
COVID-19
RCN Wales library
Ty Maeth, King George V Drive East, Cardiff CF14 4XZ 029 2068 0734. Please note this number is for library enquiries only. Call 0345 772 6100 for general queries. wales.library@rcn.org.uk
Branches
All members belong to an RCN branch. Branches work across the NHS, independent and third sectors to deliver services to members and provide opportunities for members to participate in, shape and influence the work of the RCN.
Contact
- RCN Wales (Cardiff), Ty Maeth, King George V Drive East, Cardiff CF14 4XZ
- 0345 772 6100
- welsh.board@rcn.org.uk
- communicationswales@rcn.org.uk
- RCN Wales (North Wales), Plas Eirias Business Centre, Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay LL29 8BF
- 0345 772 6100
- membership@rcn.org.uk
Join Today
- Join now for professional support and other benefits
- Complete our online form
- Call 0345 772 6100
Page last updated - 18/02/2026
