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• Barclay has ‘lost public and striking nurses not going away’, RCN head warns

  01-05-2023 18:07
  
  Pat Cullen urges health secretary not to disrespect nurses and to do the ‘decent thing for the NHS’Steve Barclay has “lost the public” and striking nurses “are not going to go away”, the head of the Royal College of Nursing has warned.Pat Cullen, the general secretary of the RCN, urged the health secretary “not to be disrespectful” to nurses amid their “biggest strike yet” over the bank holiday. Continue reading...
  
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• NHS nurse pay talks ‘stall’ amid change in health secretaries

  11-09-2026 15:26 via nursinginpractice.com
  NHS unions have urged the new health secretary to ‘make up for lost momentum’ on Agenda for Change (AfC) pay talks following the departure of her predecessors. Yvette Cooper has been urged to resume talks on the NHS pay structure – which unions argue were first committed to when Labour first came into power more...Read moreThe post NHS nurse pay talks ‘stall’ amid change in health secretaries appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• ‘World Sepsis Day is a reminder that every contact is an opportunity to make a difference’

  11-09-2026 13:32 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  Clinical development lead at the UK Sepsis Trust Alexandra Cundy says World Sepsis Day is a reminder that recognising and responding to sepsis is not a one-day priority. In this article she sets out how community and general practice nurses are ideally placed to prevent infection, spot deterioration early and support patients through recovery. Globally,...Read moreThe post ‘World Sepsis Day is a reminder that every contact is an opportunity to make a difference’ appeared first on Nur
  
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• Sleep app supports earlier detection of respiratory illness, finds study

  11-09-2026 12:33 via nursinginpractice.com
  A smartphone app which collects data on coughing during sleep could help detect respiratory illness and signal outbreaks early, according to a new study by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The UKHSA said data suggests the app could provide a one-week early warning of flu and Covid-19. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and...Read moreThe post Sleep app supports earlier detection of respiratory illness, finds study appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• Guidance: Estates Safety Fund: initial schemes and associated funding allocations, 2026 to 2030

  11-09-2026 11:54 via gov.uk
  
  A list of funding allocations from the Estates Safety Fund to address critical infrastructure and safety risks in NHS hospital buildings.
  
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• Common insect bites and stings: what nurses need to know

  11-09-2026 10:37 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  With many insect bites and stings peaking in incidence around September, independent prescribing pharmacist Matthew Threlfall explores the common biting insects seen in the UK, the uncertainties that can complicate assessment, and a practical approach to managing patients – while keeping antimicrobial resistance firmly in focus. Insect bites are a common reason for patients to...Read moreThe post Common insect bites and stings: what nurses need to know appeared first on Nursing in Practice
  
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• Nurses asked for views on pay, wellbeing and work life in government survey

  11-09-2026 09:32 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  Nurses in adult social care settings are being asked to share their experiences of working in the sector as part of a government survey. The government is seeking 7,000 responses to its Adult Social Care Workforce Survey – which is open to nurses, care workers, personal assistants, managers and social workers in adult social care....Read moreThe post Nurses asked for views on pay, wellbeing and work life in government survey appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• Cardiovascular disease linked to higher risk of cancer death

  11-09-2026 09:02 via nursinginpractice.com
  People with cardiovascular disease are more likely to develop cancer and die from the disease than those without cardiovascular conditions, a new study has found. Researchers from the universities of Aberdeen and Keele analysed data from 22,534 people over more than 25 years. The study, published in the European Heart Journal, found men to be...Read moreThe post Cardiovascular disease linked to higher risk of cancer death appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• RCN president and deputy re-elected for second terms

  10-09-2026 15:56 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  Bejoy Sebastian has been re-elected as president of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) for a second term, with Professor Alison Leary also elected unopposed to continue as deputy president. Mr Sebastian, a senior nurse working in critical care at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, has served as RCN president since 1 January...Read moreThe post RCN president and deputy re-elected for second terms appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• The role of ANPs in ensuring the success of the Women’s Health Strategy

  10-09-2026 12:50 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  The government published the renewed Women’s Health Strategy for England (WHSE) in April 2026, setting out its vision to reduce health inequalities and improve women’s health across the life course. Here, advanced nurse practitioner (ANP) and registered menopause specialist, Ruth Bailey, presents an overview of what the renewed strategy entails and outlines the key role that...Read moreThe post The role of ANPs in ensuring the success of the Women’s Health Strategy appeare
  
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• Stomach acid tablet shortage expected to last until January

  10-09-2026 12:04 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  Lansoprazole orodispersible tablets are in short supply and not expected to return to normal availability until early January 2027. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has issued a medicine supply notification for both 15mg and 30mg strengths of the drug, which is used to lower stomach acid. The shortage affects orodispersible tablets, which...Read moreThe post Stomach acid tablet shortage expected to last until January appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• Pharmacy First expanded to ‘ease pressure’ on general practice and A&E

  10-09-2026 11:08 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  The Pharmacy First initiative is being expanded to cover five additional common conditions, with the aim of easing pressure on general practice and A&E departments. From this autumn, participating pharmacies in England will be able to assess and treat patients for acne, migraine, scabies, ear infections and rhinitis without them having to see a GP...Read moreThe post Pharmacy First expanded to ‘ease pressure’ on general practice and A&E appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• Women needing ‘ongoing district nurse care’ after cosmetic procedure complications

  10-09-2026 10:13 via nursinginpractice.com
  Hundreds of women have required ongoing care from district nurses or ‘extensive’ corrective surgery following complications from unregulated cosmetic procedures, experts have warned during a parliamentary meeting. Members of the cross-parliamentary Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) heard evidence this week from experts who discussed the need for stricter regulations and oversight of cosmetic procedures, such...Read moreThe post Women needing ‘ongoing district nurse care&rsqu
  
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• Childhood respiratory care and B12 deficiency on agenda at Nursing in Practice event

  10-09-2026 10:09 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  Primary care and community nurses are being invited to attend a free virtual event focused on recognising and managing chronic conditions. Nursing in Practice Virtual: Chronic Conditions will take place on Tuesday 20 October 2026, offering seven expert-led sessions and up to 5.5 hours of CPD. The online event has been designed for nurses managing...Read moreThe post Childhood respiratory care and B12 deficiency on agenda at Nursing in Practice event appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• Policy paper: Health Bill: changes to pharmacy appeals process - impact assessment

  09-09-2026 17:46 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the approach to assessing the objectives, rationale, costs and benefits of the proposed changes to the pharmacy appeals process as part of the Health Bill.
  
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• Impact assessment: Health Bill: promoting visiting - impact assessment

  09-09-2026 17:46 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the approach to assessing the objectives, rationale, costs and benefits of the proposals to promote visiting as part of the Health Bill.
  
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• Impact assessment: Health Bill: MHRA reforms - impact assessments

  09-09-2026 17:46 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the approach to assessing the objectives, rationale, costs and benefits of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency reforms as part of the Health Bill.
  
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• Impact assessment: Health Bill: medical device licensing regime - impact assessment

  09-09-2026 17:46 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the approach to assessing the objectives, rationale, costs and benefits of the proposed changes to the medical device licensing regime as part of the Health Bill.
  
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• Impact assessment: Health Bill: changes to section 75 of NHS Act 2006 - impact assessment

  09-09-2026 17:46 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the approach to assessing the objectives, rationale, costs and benefits of the proposed changes to section 75 of the NHS Act 2006.
  
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• Policy paper: Health Bill: medicines and medical devices regulatory reforms - fact sheet

  09-09-2026 17:40 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the changes in the Health Bill relating to the legislation that governs medicines and medical devices.
  
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• Impact assessment: Health Bill: promoting visiting - equality impact assessment

  09-09-2026 17:40 via gov.uk
  
  Outlines the approach to assessing equality impacts of the proposals to ensure that integrated care boards and local authorities consider visiting and involving other people in care decisions as part of the Health Bill.
  
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• Nurse struck off NMC register after saying dementia resident did not need birthday cake

  09-09-2026 17:05 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  A care home nurse has been struck off the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register after shouting at vulnerable residents and saying a resident with dementia did not need a birthday cake because they would not remember the occasion. Rossitsa Petkova was found guilty of several misconduct charges by the nursing regulator which took place...Read moreThe post Nurse struck off NMC register after saying dementia resident did not need birthday cake appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• Over £1.5 billion to help NHS withstand year-round pressure

  09-09-2026 14:26 via gov.uk
  
  More than 950 projects will make NHS hospitals safer, more resilient and better equipped to care for patients.
  
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• Official Statistics: Adult social care client level data, England: quarterly update to September 2026

  09-09-2026 13:15 via gov.uk
  
  Official statistics in development on insights from client level data from local authorities, including information on assessments and long-term support.
  
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• Official Statistics: Adult social care client level data, England: quarterly update to June 2027

  09-09-2026 13:15 via gov.uk
  
  Official statistics in development on insights from client level data from local authorities, including information on assessments and long-term support.
  
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• NMC recruiting more than 100 lawyers to lead fitness to practise hearings

  09-09-2026 12:47 via nursinginpractice.com
  The nursing regulator is recruiting more than 100 lawyers to lead some fitness to practise (FtP) hearings in a move that it hopes will make the process ‘faster, fairer and more consistent’. A campaign has today been launched by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) to recruit 140 ‘legally qualified chairs’ – qualified lawyers who...Read moreThe post NMC recruiting more than 100 lawyers to lead fitness to practise hearings appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
  
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• ICBs to be measured on ensuring ‘right staffing mix’ for community shift

  09-09-2026 12:27 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  Integrated care boards (ICBs) will be measured on ensuring the ‘right’ healthcare professionals, such as district nurses and senior care home nurses, are in place to meet the government’s shift to community care. Women’s health and maternity minister Baroness Gillian Merron acknowledged the key role of senior nursing staff in community settings in helping to...Read moreThe post ICBs to be measured on ensuring ‘right staffing mix’ for community shift appeared f
  
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• NMC ‘strengthens’ policy on discriminatory and racist behaviour

  09-09-2026 11:34 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has ‘strengthened’ its policy on respectful behaviour – stressing it will not tolerate abuse towards its staff or those on the register involved in a fitness to practise (FtP) process. Action will be taken where racist, offensive or discriminatory behaviour is used towards staff members or other professionals involved...Read moreThe post NMC ‘strengthens’ policy on discriminatory and racist behaviour appeared first on Nursing
  
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• Government questioned on its ‘assessment’ of NMC performance

  08-09-2026 18:00 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has been asked what ‘assessment’ the government has made on the ‘adequacy’ of the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC’s) performance. But health minister Karin Smyth stressed that healthcare professional regulation in the UK is ‘founded on the principle of regulators operating independently from the government’. Though she...Read moreThe post Government questioned on its ‘assessment’ of N
  
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• NMC seeking new council members in ‘highly ambitious turnaround plan’

  08-09-2026 17:13 via nursinginpractice.com
  
  The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is looking for four new members to join its governing body, including at least one midwife, as part of its ‘highly ambitious turnaround plan’. The nursing regulator’s governing body, the NMC Council, sets the ‘strategic direction’ for the NMC and ‘takes key decisions’ such as recently agreeing to raise...Read moreThe post NMC seeking new council members in ‘highly ambitious turnaround plan’ appeared fir
  
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