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Anti-strike bill: RCN lobbying sees Lords pass crucial amendment
Peers have voted in favour of an amendment, that the RCN helped table, to protect workers from being sacked for taking part in lawful strike action.
Latest NMC data exposes nursing retention crisis, says RCN
Almost 27,000 people left the register in the past year, with more than half of those leaving earlier than planned, citing burnout, workload and concerns over care quality.
Recent News
Anti-strike bill: RCN lobbying sees Lords pass crucial amendment
Latest NMC data exposes nursing retention crisis, says RCN
England strike ballot opens as RCN leader meets health secretary
RCN calls for urgent psychological support for nursing, as staff mental health hubs close
Treatment in corridors and waiting rooms ‘degrading’ for patients, say A&E nurses
RCN Awards: your 2023 winners
RCN celebrates Nurses’ Day 2023
Recent News
RCN Wales strike action to go ahead despite majority of unions accepting NHS pay offer
RCN Wales announces further strike action after members reject latest NHS pay offer in Wales
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RCN Wales consultative ballot on Welsh government’s latest pay offer for 2022-23 and 2023-24 now open
RCN Wales will ballot members on breakthrough Welsh government NHS pay offer
NHS pay negotiations continue in Wales
Remembering Betsi Cadwaladr
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