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COVID-19: RCN demands action over ‘unconscionable’ lack of PPE
Reports some front-line nurses have been told to cope without PPE when supplies run low
01 Apr 2020
Nurses in England receive final annual pay rise in line with 2018 three-year deal
1.7% pay rise a 'little bit of cheer' during COVID-19 pandemic
01 Apr 2020
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Calls for other temporary COVID-19 hospitals to be named after influential nurses
Mary Seacole among figures requested by petition and social media posts
01 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: struggling nurses need psychological support, says charity
Suicide prevention charity calls for dedicated helpline for healthcare staff
31 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: home care providers resort to crowdfunding to buy PPE for staff
Nurses in all settings still waiting on personal protective equipment, says RCN
31 Mar 2020
Nursing and Midwifery Council clarifies its position on nurses who do not start CPR
NMC has reiterated its support for current guidance following recent FtP cases
31 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: England’s chief nurse condemns violence and verbal abuse towards nurses
‘Respect and listen to NHS staff’ during pandemic, urges Ruth May
30 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: NHS staff offered thousands of free meals and cab rides
Restaurant, food delivery and cab firms rally to support front-line workers during pandemic
30 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: your daily briefing
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic, including news and advice for healthcare staff
30 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: nurses offered alternative housing to safeguard loved ones
Some front-line staff are making the difficult decision to move out during the crisis
27 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: thousands join NMC emergency register
Thousands respond to call to return to work and help NHS colleagues tackle the epidemic
27 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: your daily briefing
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic, including news and advice for healthcare staff
27 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: UK public applaud NHS staff – while landmarks turn blue
Joint events staged because ‘they need to know we are grateful’
26 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: your daily briefing
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic, including news and advice for healthcare staff
26 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: parking charges suspended for NHS England staff
Decision is among measures to support healthcare workers during the pandemic
26 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: rules tightened on PPE for CPR
Nurses must wear ‘aerosol’ type protection if trying to resuscitate people with coronavirus
26 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: call for psychological support for ICU nurses as they face surge in cases
Critical care nurses will be managing more patients – but with diluted skills mix
25 Mar 2020
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COVID-19: students receive clarity on option to see out studies on placements
NMC approves measures for nursing students during the COVID-19 pandemic
25 Mar 2020