RCN Lothian and Borders
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Royal College of Nursing Lothian and Borders Branch Committee - Information and Communication for all RCN Members throughout our local area #NurseSky 🏴#BestOfNursing ❤️
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If you are an RCN member and need to contact the advice team, call
📞 0345 772 6100
8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays
9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends
If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️
rcn.org.uk/membership
📞 0345 772 6100
8.30am - 8.00pm on weekdays
9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends
If you would like to JOIN the world's largest union and professional body for NURSING , click the link ⬇️
rcn.org.uk/membership
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Nursing staff: your contract affects more than your schedule. It shapes your pay, pension and benefits.
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Staff bank vs substantive nursing: key differences explained | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
We break down the key differences in pay, annual leave and pensions so you can make an informed choice between picking up bank shifts or working a substantive role in the NHS
www.rcn.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Nursing staff: your contract affects more than your schedule. It shapes your pay, pension and benefits.
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Our new article compares staff bank and substantive roles so you can make an informed choice ⬇️
Safe travels to all our RCN Scotland Reps travelling to Edinburgh for the Scottish 🏴 Activist Conference -be safe and have a great time networking with colleagues and
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
November 12, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Safe travels to all our RCN Scotland Reps travelling to Edinburgh for the Scottish 🏴 Activist Conference -be safe and have a great time networking with colleagues and
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
friends ❤️
#RCNScotland #RCNRep
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Join us to mark Remembrance Day to honour the personal sacrifice of nursing staff in conflicts around the world.
We will remember them.
We will remember them.
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join us to mark Remembrance Day to honour the personal sacrifice of nursing staff in conflicts around the world.
We will remember them.
We will remember them.
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Learning disability nurses are vital, but the workforce is under pressure.
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Learning disability nurses are vital, but the workforce is under pressure.
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
Since 2016, we’ve been campaigning to address the workforce crisis facing Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), and we're launching a UK-wide review.
Tell us what needs to change: https://bit.ly/4oxvqwr
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On Remembrance Sunday we pay tribute to the sacrifice of nursing staff in conflicts.
Earlier this week, RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social and RCN members attended the opening of the Field of Remembrance to pay their respects to armed forces members who have lost their lives in conflict.
Earlier this week, RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social and RCN members attended the opening of the Field of Remembrance to pay their respects to armed forces members who have lost their lives in conflict.
November 9, 2025 at 10:50 AM
On Remembrance Sunday we pay tribute to the sacrifice of nursing staff in conflicts.
Earlier this week, RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social and RCN members attended the opening of the Field of Remembrance to pay their respects to armed forces members who have lost their lives in conflict.
Earlier this week, RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social and RCN members attended the opening of the Field of Remembrance to pay their respects to armed forces members who have lost their lives in conflict.
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When the gun fired from Edinburgh Castle at 11am, the nation observed a two minute silence to remember those who died in conflict.
Edinburgh commemorates Remembrance Sunday as Swinney highlights the day's importance
www.edinburghlive.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 7:20 PM
When the gun fired from Edinburgh Castle at 11am, the nation observed a two minute silence to remember those who died in conflict.
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Help make 2026 the most powerful Congress yet by submitting an agenda item ☑️
Find out what makes a great agenda item and what the submission process looks like.
#RCN26
Find out what makes a great agenda item and what the submission process looks like.
#RCN26
How to submit an RCN Congress agenda item | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
Got something to say? Here's how to get it on the RCN Congress agenda
www.rcn.org.uk
November 2, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Help make 2026 the most powerful Congress yet by submitting an agenda item ☑️
Find out what makes a great agenda item and what the submission process looks like.
#RCN26
Find out what makes a great agenda item and what the submission process looks like.
#RCN26
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Hear from leading experts on using inclusive language, building inclusive workplaces and more at our equity, diversity and inclusion conference in December. 🗓️
Find out more and secure your spot today ⬇️
Find out more and secure your spot today ⬇️
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Conference | Royal College of Nursing
The RCN recommends using an updated browser such as
www.rcn.org.uk
November 3, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Hear from leading experts on using inclusive language, building inclusive workplaces and more at our equity, diversity and inclusion conference in December. 🗓️
Find out more and secure your spot today ⬇️
Find out more and secure your spot today ⬇️
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The role of nursing support workers is sometimes unseen but is always crucial.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
Join us on 23 November. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
Join us on 23 November. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
November 4, 2025 at 10:24 AM
The role of nursing support workers is sometimes unseen but is always crucial.
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
Join us on 23 November. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
On #NursingSupportWorkersDay we shine a light on nursing support workers and the essential care they provide to patients and their families. 💛
Join us on 23 November. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
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"It makes us feel really vulnerable."
With far right rallies being held across the UK, a group of medics decided it’s time to speak up. Omnya Ahmed joins our latest podcast to talk about the impact of racism in the NHS
🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/1zS9...
🎧 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/d...
With far right rallies being held across the UK, a group of medics decided it’s time to speak up. Omnya Ahmed joins our latest podcast to talk about the impact of racism in the NHS
🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/1zS9...
🎧 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/d...
November 5, 2025 at 4:43 PM
"It makes us feel really vulnerable."
With far right rallies being held across the UK, a group of medics decided it’s time to speak up. Omnya Ahmed joins our latest podcast to talk about the impact of racism in the NHS
🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/1zS9...
🎧 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/d...
With far right rallies being held across the UK, a group of medics decided it’s time to speak up. Omnya Ahmed joins our latest podcast to talk about the impact of racism in the NHS
🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/1zS9...
🎧 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/d...
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Today is #WorldDigitalPreservationDay This year asking ‘Why Preserve?’
Because we need Royal College of Nursing-The Voice of Nursing members' voices to be preserved past present and into the future
Nurses must heard as a #Union & as individuals
@rcn.org.uk #HistNursing
rcn.access.preservica.com
Because we need Royal College of Nursing-The Voice of Nursing members' voices to be preserved past present and into the future
Nurses must heard as a #Union & as individuals
@rcn.org.uk #HistNursing
rcn.access.preservica.com
| Royal College of Nursing Digital Archive
rcn.access.preservica.com
November 6, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Today is #WorldDigitalPreservationDay This year asking ‘Why Preserve?’
Because we need Royal College of Nursing-The Voice of Nursing members' voices to be preserved past present and into the future
Nurses must heard as a #Union & as individuals
@rcn.org.uk #HistNursing
rcn.access.preservica.com
Because we need Royal College of Nursing-The Voice of Nursing members' voices to be preserved past present and into the future
Nurses must heard as a #Union & as individuals
@rcn.org.uk #HistNursing
rcn.access.preservica.com
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LAST CHANCE to nominate a colleague or friend for the RCN 🏴
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
Scotland Nurse Of The Year Awards 2026 | Royal College of Nursing Scotland | Royal College of Nursing
Scotland Nurse Of The Year Awards 2026 | Royal College of Nursing Scotland
www.rcn.org.uk
October 28, 2025 at 2:31 PM
LAST CHANCE to nominate a colleague or friend for the RCN 🏴
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
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❤️MEMBERS ❤️
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
October 28, 2025 at 2:39 PM
❤️MEMBERS ❤️
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
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Safe journey to all our Rcn Scotland 🏴 Representatives travelling to Leeds today for the @rcn.org.uk Autumn 🍂 conference …
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
October 30, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Safe journey to all our Rcn Scotland 🏴 Representatives travelling to Leeds today for the @rcn.org.uk Autumn 🍂 conference …
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
Safe journey to all our Rcn Scotland 🏴 Representatives travelling to Leeds today for the @rcn.org.uk Autumn 🍂 conference …
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
October 30, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Safe journey to all our Rcn Scotland 🏴 Representatives travelling to Leeds today for the @rcn.org.uk Autumn 🍂 conference …
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
“Safe oot, safe in”
as we say in the beautiful Scottish Borders ❤️
#RCNReps
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📢NHS Lothian’s Annual Review is happening at Mainpoint, 1st Floor, 102 West Port, Edinburgh.
🗣️Public session includes a chance to ask questions about local health services.
📝 Register to attend and / or submit your question here: org.nhslothian.scot/keydocuments...
🗣️Public session includes a chance to ask questions about local health services.
📝 Register to attend and / or submit your question here: org.nhslothian.scot/keydocuments...
October 21, 2025 at 4:28 PM
📢NHS Lothian’s Annual Review is happening at Mainpoint, 1st Floor, 102 West Port, Edinburgh.
🗣️Public session includes a chance to ask questions about local health services.
📝 Register to attend and / or submit your question here: org.nhslothian.scot/keydocuments...
🗣️Public session includes a chance to ask questions about local health services.
📝 Register to attend and / or submit your question here: org.nhslothian.scot/keydocuments...
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Shocking new figures from the RCN show growing racist abuse against nurses.
We stand in solidarity with affected nurses and colleagues across the NHS, and call for an end to the escalating use of hostile language and anti-migrant rhetoric.
Read more: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...
We stand in solidarity with affected nurses and colleagues across the NHS, and call for an end to the escalating use of hostile language and anti-migrant rhetoric.
Read more: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...
October 27, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Shocking new figures from the RCN show growing racist abuse against nurses.
We stand in solidarity with affected nurses and colleagues across the NHS, and call for an end to the escalating use of hostile language and anti-migrant rhetoric.
Read more: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...
We stand in solidarity with affected nurses and colleagues across the NHS, and call for an end to the escalating use of hostile language and anti-migrant rhetoric.
Read more: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...
❤️MEMBERS ❤️
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
October 28, 2025 at 2:39 PM
❤️MEMBERS ❤️
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
Could you join us at congress to vote on important debates, represent 🏴 members and help shape our future work?
Apply to become a voting member with free travel, accommodation &meals during Congress 🤩
The deadline for applications is
👉 7 Dec 2025 👈
www.rcn.org.uk/congress/
LAST CHANCE to nominate a colleague or friend for the RCN 🏴
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
Scotland Nurse Of The Year Awards 2026 | Royal College of Nursing Scotland | Royal College of Nursing
Scotland Nurse Of The Year Awards 2026 | Royal College of Nursing Scotland
www.rcn.org.uk
October 28, 2025 at 2:31 PM
LAST CHANCE to nominate a colleague or friend for the RCN 🏴
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
⭐️Nurse of the Year Awards ⭐️
in April 2026
CLOSING on 31 Oct 2025
👇👇👇
www.rcn.org.uk/scotland/Get...
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🧵 | Today we’ve released data showing a 55% increase in calls to our advice line from members experiencing racism at work since 2022. We now receive on average three calls a day on this topic.
This is beyond unacceptable. (1/2)
This is beyond unacceptable. (1/2)
October 27, 2025 at 10:23 AM
🧵 | Today we’ve released data showing a 55% increase in calls to our advice line from members experiencing racism at work since 2022. We now receive on average three calls a day on this topic.
This is beyond unacceptable. (1/2)
This is beyond unacceptable. (1/2)
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Spread the word about #NursingSupportWorkersDay by downloading our digital materials and using them in your workplace. 📱
Check out all the available resources, from email signatures to virtual meeting backgrounds. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Check out all the available resources, from email signatures to virtual meeting backgrounds. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
October 28, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Spread the word about #NursingSupportWorkersDay by downloading our digital materials and using them in your workplace. 📱
Check out all the available resources, from email signatures to virtual meeting backgrounds. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
Check out all the available resources, from email signatures to virtual meeting backgrounds. https://bit.ly/4h51HbE
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This Saturday we’ll be in Edinburgh for #ScotlandDemandsBetter - a march for fairness, dignity and a greener future.
We’re demanding action on:
🏠 Homes
💷 Fair wages
🚆 Transport
🫱🏽🫲🏼 Care
🧱 Social security
🌿 Nature
Join the march for all of us www.scotland-demands-better.com
We’re demanding action on:
🏠 Homes
💷 Fair wages
🚆 Transport
🫱🏽🫲🏼 Care
🧱 Social security
🌿 Nature
Join the march for all of us www.scotland-demands-better.com
October 22, 2025 at 8:09 AM
This Saturday we’ll be in Edinburgh for #ScotlandDemandsBetter - a march for fairness, dignity and a greener future.
We’re demanding action on:
🏠 Homes
💷 Fair wages
🚆 Transport
🫱🏽🫲🏼 Care
🧱 Social security
🌿 Nature
Join the march for all of us www.scotland-demands-better.com
We’re demanding action on:
🏠 Homes
💷 Fair wages
🚆 Transport
🫱🏽🫲🏼 Care
🧱 Social security
🌿 Nature
Join the march for all of us www.scotland-demands-better.com
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We have signed a joint union statement standing against rising anti-migrant and racist rhetoric.
We stand in solidarity with our international workforce and migrant communities. Read the full statement: https://bit.ly/42BLbKk
We stand in solidarity with our international workforce and migrant communities. Read the full statement: https://bit.ly/42BLbKk
October 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
We have signed a joint union statement standing against rising anti-migrant and racist rhetoric.
We stand in solidarity with our international workforce and migrant communities. Read the full statement: https://bit.ly/42BLbKk
We stand in solidarity with our international workforce and migrant communities. Read the full statement: https://bit.ly/42BLbKk
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We’re calling on governments around the world to work with international partners to demand an end to the deliberate targeting of health workers and systems.
The killing of any member of health care staff, in any context, for any reason, is entirely unacceptable.
Read more bit.ly/3W98Xtp
The killing of any member of health care staff, in any context, for any reason, is entirely unacceptable.
Read more bit.ly/3W98Xtp
October 15, 2025 at 11:08 AM
We’re calling on governments around the world to work with international partners to demand an end to the deliberate targeting of health workers and systems.
The killing of any member of health care staff, in any context, for any reason, is entirely unacceptable.
Read more bit.ly/3W98Xtp
The killing of any member of health care staff, in any context, for any reason, is entirely unacceptable.
Read more bit.ly/3W98Xtp
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🧵 The number of health worker killings in conflict rose from 175 in 2016 to almost 1,000 in 2024.
With direct accounts from nursing staff, our latest report outlines the rise of violence against staff & health facilities in war zones and areas of conflict.
International action is needed now (1/2)
With direct accounts from nursing staff, our latest report outlines the rise of violence against staff & health facilities in war zones and areas of conflict.
International action is needed now (1/2)
International law must be used to protect nursing staff in conflict zones | News | Royal College of Nursing
An RCN report highlights increasing incidents of violence against staff and health facilities, and accounts from nursing staff working in war zones
bit.ly
October 15, 2025 at 11:05 AM
🧵 The number of health worker killings in conflict rose from 175 in 2016 to almost 1,000 in 2024.
With direct accounts from nursing staff, our latest report outlines the rise of violence against staff & health facilities in war zones and areas of conflict.
International action is needed now (1/2)
With direct accounts from nursing staff, our latest report outlines the rise of violence against staff & health facilities in war zones and areas of conflict.
International action is needed now (1/2)