RCN briefings
Policy briefings, parliamentary briefings and consultation responses on the issues that matter to nursing staff
The RCN works with government, think tanks and other stakeholders to ensure the voice of nursing is heard. You can get involved in policy development by taking part in surveys, workshops, seminars and briefings.
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1 Mar 2006
NHS Trust and SHA deficits
This briefing addresses the issues of NHS Trust and SHA deficits.
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2 Feb 2006
Nurse-led social enterprise
Looking at the issues of Nurse-led social enterprise.
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1 Feb 2006
Financial deficits in the NHS
A briefing offering guidance to RCN activists on how to respond to possible redundancies or public consultations regarding service configuration.
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1 Jan 2006
Our Health, Our Care, Our Say
A new direction for community services. This briefing explains Payment by Results, implications for the NHS and key questions related to prices for mental health and community services, loss of income and funding for new services.
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1 Jan 2006
Registering choice
A report summary focusing on meeting patient demands, offering patient choice and helping patients to make informed health care decisions.
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1 Jan 2006
Statutory Consultation
Offering background on the legal and policy requirements for consultation where service changes are proposed, including the closure or reduction in services, this briefing also includes updated case law as well as recommendations for action by activists.
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1 Dec 2005
The NHS in England
A briefing detailing the final stages of the NHS reforms for 2006-07 and 2007-08.
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1 Dec 2005
Glossary of Terms
An A- Z of terms used in discussions about health and social care reform.
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1 Dec 2005
Health reform in England
Briefing that describes contents of the Department of Health's document of the same name, which explains how various aspects of the reform process fits together.
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1 Apr 2005
Payment by Results (PbR)
Briefing that explains PbR, the implications for the NHS and raises key questions related to prices for mental health and community services, and loss of income and funding for new services.
