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19 May 2026
Where are the jobs for newly registered nurses?
Professor Jane Ball, Director of the RCN Institute of Nursing Excellence explains why governments must invest in nursing to solve the systemic issues facing health and care.
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19 May 2026
Defining excellence in practice: The new emergency care nursing competency framework
We are pleased to announce the publication of the updated Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Emergency Care: Level 1 and 2—a streamlined, contemporary resource designed to support nurses working across urgent and emergency care settings.
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15 May 2026
Valuing our global profession
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on International Nurses’ Day and looks forward to RCN Congress 2026.
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15 May 2026
Why is this guide needed?
The CIRCLE study (2022-2024) was developed to address the issue that many older LGBTQ+ people face significant barriers and inequalities when engaging with social care services in the UK.
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13 May 2026
Hybrid nursing leadership: not a luxury, but a safety requirement
Modern nursing is too complex to be led at a distance. If authority is separated from clinical and professional credibility, safety is weakened, not strengthened.
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13 May 2026
Insights into being an Elected Council member
Sally Bassett shares her insight into RCN Council and what opportunities are available for members to lead.
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12 May 2026
DUKPC 2026: A flying visit to Liverpool
Tamsin talks about her attendance at Diabetes UK as a speaker and attendee.
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11 May 2026
Together we rise: 25 Years of NSW membership
A Message from Sharon Mitchel, RCN UK Nursing Support Workers Committee Chair.
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6 May 2026
Walking my mum home: Reflections on care, loss and a new chapter
For Dying Matters Awareness Week, Rosalind Mabey shares a moving reflection on caring for her mother at the end of life. Her story highlights why open conversations about death and dying matter.
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6 May 2026
Scotland’s nursing staff and patients cannot afford more warm words
This week’s election represents a crossroads for the future of Scotland’s health and care services. Whichever party, or parties, forms the next Scottish government, one thing is clear: the status quo is unsustainable.
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