1-10 of 180 result(s)
New workforce strategy for Northern Ireland
A long-term strategy for Northern Ireland’s health and social care workforce was launched yesterday (14 May) by the Department of Health.Rise in Scottish midwife numbers ‘masks challenges for maternity services’ says RCM Scotland
Today the Scottish Government has published quarterly statistics showing that the Scottish NHS workforce is at record high. Commenting on the statistics, Mary Ross-Davie, Royal College of Midwives Director for Scotland, said: “This is ...
Have your say on Scotland pay
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) is calling on its members in Scotland to have their say on their pay as it opens a survey on the Scottish Government’s pay offer to NHS staff.A day in the life of an MCA in Scotland
For MSW/MCA Celebration Day, Cher Dougan shares her 15 years of experience, what she loves about being an maternity care assistant (MCA) and what she hopes for the future in this day in the life blog.
Tiny rise predicted for Scotland’s midwifery and nursing workforce
Midwife and nurse numbers are projected to rise by less than 0.01% over the next year, according to figures released by the Scottish Government.RCM welcomes publication of new workforce strategy for Northern Ireland
A long term strategy for Northern Ireland’s health and social care workforce has been launched today (Monday 14th May) by the by the Department of Health alongside details of new staffing-related investment.RCM responds to Health Select Committee report on nursing workforce
‘Too little attention has been given to retaining midwives and nurses in the NHS, which has clearly resulted in more leaving than joining the profession’ say the Health Committee in their latest report published today (Friday January 26th) ...More understanding and support from employers needed says RCM on ACAS Menopause guide
Today on World Menopause Day the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) has published new guidance to help employers and managers support staff who are affected by menopause symptoms at work.Professional bodies’ response to government advice for pregnant women to self-isolate
Following the new measures outlined by the Prime Minister yesterday, particularly those suggesting that pregnant women self-isolate, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, the Royal College of Midwives and the Royal College ...