In his blog for @nursinginpractice.bsky.social, our Chief Executive Paul Rees MBE shares how experiences throughout his life have shaped his values, and how the NMC’s Culture Transformation Plan align with his personal principles. 👉 Read the full blog: www.nursinginpractice.com/views/i-must...

We’ve launched our new strategy for 2025–2027. It sets out the priorities that will guide us as we continue transforming our culture and improving our regulatory performance. Read more here: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an... 🧵 (1/3)

📣 Earlier today we held our #NMCCouncil meeting in Edinburgh. We couldn’t post live this time due to platform issues, but we’re sharing the highlights now in the thread below ⬇️🧵

📢 One year of our Safeguarding Hub Since Sept 2024, every fitness to practise referral has been reviewed by safeguarding experts. In its first year the hub: - Reviewed 5,000+ referrals - Flagged 1,200+ potential concerns for action Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

We’ll be at the Maternity & Midwifery Festival in Cardiff on 23 Sept ✨ 👋 Come meet us in the exhibition 🎤 Hear from Dr Jacqui Williams on midwifery matters at the NMC 📍 Cardiff City FC Stadium Book your free place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cardiff-ma... #midwifery #midwives #midwiferymatters

Our latest fitness to practise data show we’ve maintained performance against our key casework measure. The rolling 12-month average of cases resolved within 15 months rose slightly from 71% in July to 71.6% in August 2025. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Midwives support women from the very start of pregnancy. In this video, NMC’s Jacqui Williams explains their role, whilst Doula UK’s Leila Baker shares how doulas can provide support alongside midwives. 👇

On #WorldPatientSafetyDay, we recognise the vital role nurses, midwives and nursing associates play in protecting the public and delivering safe, effective care. The Code sets out the standards that support professionals and help keep people safe: www.nmc.org.uk/standards/co...

Revalidating or applying to join the register? We expect high demand on NMC Online late Sept–early Oct. Submit your application and payment early to avoid delays. Log in to NMC Online now 👉 online.nmc-uk.org/Account/Logi...

📢 We’re delighted to welcome Professor Sharon Arkell MBE as Chair of our independent steering group for the Code and revalidation reviews. Read more 👉 www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

@newsnmc.bsky.social has teamed up with Doula UK on a new video clarifying the distinct roles that midwives and doulas play for women and families. It explains the differences between the professions, as well as how they can work together to support positive maternity experiences. buff.ly/kIhjFRa

📢 Want to be part of the conversation shaping the future of nursing and midwifery? We’re inviting you to join our next NMC Council meeting on Wednesday 24 September 2025 at the Surgeons Quarter, 10 Hill Place, Edinburgh. (1/3)

Midwife or doula – what’s the difference? Our conversation with Doula UK explains the roles and how both support women in maternity care. Watch here: youtu.be/4f5zfd1Uflo

We’re currently reviewing the Code and revalidation This first survey will guide early thinking before a full consultation in 2026. 📢 Share your views in this short survey today: nmcuk.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... #Nursing #Midwifery #TheCode

Patient safety is at the centre of our updated prescribing guidance. Since 1 June 2025, nursing and midwifery prescribers must see people in person before prescribing non-surgical cosmetic medicines, such as certain anti-wrinkle injections. See below to read our updated guidance ⬇️

We’ve teamed up with Doula UK to clarify the roles of midwives and doulas, and how they can work together to support women’s choices in maternity care. Watch our video conversation 👇 youtu.be/U5pU76Rasck Read our new principles for supporting women's choices. www.nmc.org.uk/standards/gu...

Did you know you may be able to claim tax relief on your NMC registration fee? If you’re a UK taxpayer and pay the fee yourself, you could be eligible. 👉 Visit our website for guidance and links to HMRC: www.nmc.org.uk/registration...

The NMC has issued a statement on the alleged racist abuse of an NHS nurse in Yorkshire. Read it here: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

⏰ There is still time to book your place for our free webinar next Monday (8 Sept, 2–3pm) on the new principles for supporting women’s choices in maternity care. Don’t miss out - register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6bf0d2...

"The commitment from staff to ensure a robust process while supporting the care of candidates was heartening. This was an excellent opportunity to learn from one another.” Our Competence Test Centre welcomed VIPs from @newsnmc.bsky.social & New Zealand this week. northampton.ac.uk/news/profess...

Fitness to practise can be difficult, especially for registrants with complex support needs. We’re making the process more compassionate and supportive through a new Professional Support and Engagement Team and a pilot for health-related cases. Find out more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

🤝 5,316 internationally educated professionals joined our register last year using employer support about their high standards of English. That’s around a quarter of all international joiners.

We’ve achieved record screening decisions this year. By investing in people, improving systems and updating guidance, we reduced our caseload to its lowest level in five years – giving people quicker answers and keeping the public safe. Read the full story: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

🤝 Early adopters across the UK are embedding our Principles for Advanced Practice and building a community to share learning. 37 organisations, from universities and health boards to GP practices and care homes, are already on board. Read more ⬇️ www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

✨ “It truly is my dream job.” When her first son was born five weeks early, Alyson Baillie struggled with breastfeeding. With local support, she went on to feed him for three years – inspiring her to become a Community Infant Feeding Support Nurse. 💜 Read her story 👉 www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

💬 Jenny Riley on Advanced Practice How can the NMC’s new principles make advanced practice more inclusive, clearer and better understood across nursing? Jenny Riley joins Paula McLaren to explore the challenges and opportunities: 🎥 Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKiL...

A huge thank you to our registrants working this bank holiday 💙👏 We know that while many enjoy a break today, nurses, midwives and nursing associates are still providing the kind, safe and effective care that people depend on. Your commitment makes a real difference to the lives of so many.

These principles aren’t just words on paper – they’re the result of hundreds of conversations with professionals and the public.” ✍️ Paula McLaren blogs on how our new Principles for Advanced Practice will shape the future of nursing and midwifery. 👉 Read now: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

💬 Every woman’s voice matters – and her choices should shape her maternity care. Today we’ve launched our coproduced Principles for supporting women’s choices in maternity care: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an... A 🧵 on what they are and why they matter ⬇️

Are you an academic, practice supervisor, assessor or practice learning partner? Join our monthly Education & Standards drop-in - your chance to ask questions, share experiences & get tailored support. 📅 Next session: Wed 3 Sept 2025 👉 Register now: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/129A-1GXI/...

✨ As #SouthAsianHeritageMonth draws to a close, we're reflecting on the powerful stories shared by colleagues and registrants. This month, we celebrated heritage and identity, and recognised the 83,500+ professionals of South Asian heritage on our register strengthening healthcare every day. 🧡👇

📊 Our latest annual revalidation report has been published, showing a record 94.4% of registrants due for renewal completed the process in 2024–25 - over 240,000 nurses, midwives & nursing associates. (1/4)

🎉 Congratulations to everyone getting their results today! If you’re beginning your journey to become a nurse, midwife or nursing associate, there are flexible routes to help you get there, from university to apprenticeships and blended learning. (1/2) Learn more 👇 www.nmc.org.uk/education/be...

Our role is to ensure safe and effective nursing and midwifery practice across the UK – protecting the public by upholding the high standards that people across the UK have a right to expect. (1/2)

Not sure if you should refer a concern to the NMC? Most concerns can be managed locally, but if there’s an ongoing risk to patient or public safety, this should be shared with us. Our Managing Concerns resource guides you through the process ⬇️ 🔗 nmc.org.uk/employer-res...

How do the NMC’s new Principles for Advanced Practice align with Northern Ireland’s established framework? Roisin Devlin shares her insights with the NMC’s Paula McLaren on evolving roles, workforce development, and regulation. ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcLv...

We’re progressing with our review of practice learning after approving key lines of enquiry earlier this year. Got questions? Our updated FAQs are now live 👇 They cover the scope of the review, simulated practice learning, EDI and more. 🔗 Read now: www.nmc.org.uk/standards/fu...

🔔 Reminder: From 1 June 2025, nurses and midwives must consult in person before prescribing non-surgical cosmetic medicines - including anti-wrinkle injections and aesthetic emergency kits. Read more: nmc.org.uk/news/news-an... View the updated guidance: nmc.org.uk/standards/st... #patientsafety

Missed our webinar on fitness to practise? We teamed up with @unison.org.uk @unitetheunion.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk and @rcm.org.uk to explain: 🔹 What the process involves 🔹 What to do if you're referred 🔹 Support available from unions & the NMC Catch up now 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=5W6a...

One year on from our Independent Culture Review, we've made real progress - completing 24 of 37 recommendations, including on safeguarding, EDI and faster fitness to practise decisions. 🔗Read more about the steps we're taking to build a new NMC: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

What does good practice learning look like for student nurses? 📚 Explore our general hospital scenario featuring students across all years, applying the NMC standards in day-to-day practice through effective care, communication and decision-making. 🔗 nmc.org.uk/standards/st...

Bringing primary care into the Advanced Practice conversation 🩺 GP Sanjiv Ahluwalia and the NMC’s Paula McLaren discuss how our new Principles for Advanced Practice support clarity, confidence, and public understanding. 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZFJ...

The latest report from Skills for Care highlights important workforce shifts in adult social care in England. 🔗 Read our full response: nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

🎙️🆕 Webinar: NMC Revalidation Review This year, we're reviewing revalidation - the process that supports professionals to reflect, develop, and stay on the register. We explain how we're approaching this work and hear feedback from attendees. 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=4O2L...

📣 Today we held our latest #NMCCouncil meeting - with updates, decisions and progress on how we support safe, effective and kind nursing and midwifery practice across the UK. Here’s a round-up of what we covered 👇

We're proud to support the new social care placement strategy for nursing students, launched today by @skillsforcare.bsky.social. The first strategy of its kind, it promotes social care as a placement of choice and highlights its vital role in nursing. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

It's #SouthAsianHeritageMonth! This year’s theme, Roots to Routes, reflects on identity, journeys, and how our connections evolve across generations. #SAHM2025 #RootsToRoutes

🗣️ Bringing midwifery voices from across the UK into the Advanced Practice conversation In this video, our Advanced Practice Midwifery Advisers reflect on the unique context of each nation and the opportunities and challenges of additional regulation. 🎥 Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruas...

🎥 As part of our series on the NMC's Principles for Advanced Practice, Wendy Olayiwola speaks to Paula McLaren about equity in maternity care, advocacy, and why clear expectations matter in advanced roles. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Qls... Learn more: www.nmc.org.uk/standards/gu...

We’re pleased to confirm the permanent appointment of Paul Rees MBE as our Chief Executive and Registrar. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...