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What nursing needs - a UNISON report

UNISON outlines its priorities for the nursing workforce in England in this 2024 report
Date posted: 1 June 2024

The report outlines the seven UNISON priorities for nursing workforce in England:

  • Putting NHS pay right.
  • Improving career progression opportunities.
  • Investing in job evaluation.
  • Creating better support for new registrants.
  • Strengthening policy and regulation for safe staffing levels.
  • Support for overseas nurses.
  • Expanding routes into the profession.

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