Rewrite proposals for new nursing council, says RCN

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Policy
• Nursing Regulation

Background:

• The UKCC and four national boards currently regulate nursing and midwifery.
• A new regulatory body, the NMC, is scheduled to be established next year.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the RCN's position on the proposed NMC.
• To advocate for specific revisions to the government's proposals.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of government proposals for the NMC.
• Formulation of recommendations by the RCN.

Main Results:

• The RCN identifies areas in the proposals requiring revision.
• The RCN calls for a rewrite of the government's plans.

Conclusions:

• The proposed NMC structure requires significant amendment.
• Government and RCN collaboration is needed for effective nursing and midwifery regulation.