
Scotland
Representing nurses, nursing support workers, nursing students and midwives across Scotland
We campaign on issues of concern to nursing staff and patients, influencing health policies and promoting excellence in nursing practice on behalf of our members.
members vote to accept NHS pay offer
Thanks to all members who voted and helped to promote the consultation.
Find out the full result.
Nursing Workforce in Scotland 2025
Our latest report shows the pressures on Scotland’s health and care system and the ongoing nursing workforce crisis have shown little sign of improvement.
Review of band 5 nursing roles roadshows
As part of our commitment to supporting members taking part in the review of band 5 nursing roles, we're coming to meet with you as part of our roadshow programme across Scotland. Come and talk to us about how we can support you and raise your concerns.

Band 5 nursing roles review
Find out more about the review process which is now open for submissions. Download resources to assist you in completing your application.

Scotland's Nursing and Midwifery Taskforce
Scottish government has published its report 'Delivering Together for a Stronger Nursing and Midwifery Workforce'. Read more about their recommendations that were shaped by the nursing voice and that reflect our priorities for action.


Nursing pay in Scotland

Safe staffing in Scotland

Our Learning Hub
Learn about the Scotland Library services available to you and how to visit the space.

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Magazine
The Magazine has gone digital. Visit our new online platform for all the usual unmissable features, incisive analysis and expert opinion.
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13 Feb 2025
Ministerial taskforce report is an important step towards tackling the nursing workforce crisis
Today (13 Feb), the Scottish government has published its report Delivering Together for a Stronger Nursing and Midwifery Workforce, the culmination of the two years of collaborative working through the Ministerial led Nursing and Midwifery Taskforce.
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4 Feb 2025
Scotland calls for nursing bursary “missing millions” to be invested in tackling nursing workforce challenges
Ahead of MSPs debating and voting on the Scottish government budget today [4 February], we have called for millions of pounds in unspent nursing bursary payments to be invested in tackling the nursing workforce crisis.
Scotland
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