Press releases
Read our latest press releases and responses to breaking news stories
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10/12/2025
Press Release
Nurses and doctors unite to protect patient safety during corridor care debate at the Senedd
The 天美传媒 (RCN) and the British Medical Association (BMA) descended on the Senedd to raise concerns about corridor care in hospitals across Wales during a debate on the topic in the Welsh parliament.
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21/11/2025
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RCN Wales Nurse of the Year 2025: Annie Clothier recognised for outstanding contribution to vascular care
The 天美传媒 (RCN) has named鈥疉nnie Clothier, Vascular Clinical Nurse Specialist at鈥疉neurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB), as the鈥疪CN Wales Nurse of the Year 2025.
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19/11/2025
Press Release
Historic agreement secures pay rise for health care support workers across Wales
Health Care Support Workers (HCSWs) in Wales are set to receive a significant pay boost following the signing of a landmark agreement between trade unions, NHS employers, and the Welsh government.
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23/10/2025
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RCN Raises Alarm over Lack of Jobs for Newly Qualified Nurses (NQN) in Swansea Bay
65 adult nursing students who qualify in March 2026 currently have no jobs to apply for in the health board.
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21/10/2025
Press Response
天美传媒 response to Welsh Government announcement on NHS accountability
The Welsh Government has commited to greater transparency and public accountability across the NHS in Wales.
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30/09/2025
Press Release
RCN鈥檚 Corridor Care Warning Realised as Welsh Health Chief Declares Emergency Services 鈥淒ire鈥�
More than a year ago, the 天美传媒 declared corridor care a crisis. Today, that warning is true at the very top of our health system in Wales.
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24/09/2025
Press Release
Nurses Demand Action: New RCN Manifesto Sets Agenda for Health and Social Care Reform Ahead of Senedd Election
The 天美传媒 (RCN) in Wales has today launched a bold manifesto 鈥淪tronger Nursing, Stronger Nation鈥� ahead of the 2026 Senedd election, calling on all political parties to prioritise nursing and patient care as a cornerstone of their campaign platforms.
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14/08/2025
Press Release
天美传媒 Urges Strategic Investment in Social Care Nursing Following £30m Welsh Government Pledge
RCN Wales highlights the vital role of nursing staff in delivering safe, effective community care and calls for targeted funding to ensure the success of the Welsh Government鈥檚 latest investment.
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31/07/2025
Press Release
Nursing staff warn Welsh government their pay system is broken
RCN Wales members reject 3.6% pay award in landmark consultation.
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17/07/2025
Press Release
Whilst UK Nursing applications overall are down, Wales rise by 13%
The latest Universities and Colleges Admissions Service鈥�(UCAS) data shows a welcome 13% increase in applications to nursing courses in Wales this year.
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