Influencing on your behalf
The voice of nursing in Wales
Working with our members, we influence the Welsh Government and employers on the issues that matter most to nursing. Together, we improve health policies and promote excellence in nursing practice.
Our influencing and campaigning work involves:
- responding to consultations from the Welsh Government
- providing evidence to the Senedd for proposed changes to policy or the law
- briefing political and sector stakeholders on the issues impacting nursing staff and the actions needed to improve these.
What we're fighting for right now
Fair pay for nursing
Demanding a fresh approach to pay and progression - not more of the same
Staffing for safe and effective care
Monitoring and evaluating Wales' breakthrough safe staffing legislation.
Ending corridor care
Demanding change from the Welsh Government and health boards
Job opportunities for students
Advocating for the nursing workforce of tomorrow
See our latest reports and briefings
Nursing in Numbers 2025
Our 2025 report reveals the scale of the nursing crisis in the Welsh NHS and independent sector
Read report in English
Read report in Welsh
UK review of learning disability nursing
Our review shows that people with learning disabilities are often denied fair access to care
Read review in English
Easy read booklet
Ending corridor care in Wales
This briefing explains corridor care, why it happens, and what the Welsh Government must do to end it
Read briefing in English
Read briefing in Welsh
Stronger Nursing, Stronger Nation
Setting the standard for exceptional care
Our Nursing Workforce Standards are the first national blueprint for tackling the nursing staff shortage levels across the UK.
They set the standard for excellent patient care and nursing support in all settings, and all UK countries.
See more of our influence across the UK
Across the RCN we work with our members and with all governments, political parties and elective representatives in the UK to put nursing at the top of the political agenda.
Our goal is to make sure your voice is heard by decision-makers to get the best outcomes for you and your patients.
