Nursing and Midwifery Council

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The independent regulator of 867,935 nursing and midwifery professionals. nmc.org.uk

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· 3d

(1/4) ICYMI, we recently published our Annual Registration Data Report, which shows that 293,778 out of the 867,935 professionals on the NMC Register are Black, Asian and ethnic minority professionals. That’s over a third of the Register for the first time.

An image of nursing and midwifery professionals, with text that reads 'For the first time, more than a third of the NMC Register are Black, Asian and ethnic minority professionals'.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· 14d

We welcome the Government’s call for evidence on the professions and roles which will in future be allowed to describe themselves as 'nurses'.  We have long called for the title of ‘nurse’ to be protected in law.  This will be achieved through long-awaited changes to modernise our legislation.

"Protecting the title of ‘nurse’ will help prevent its misuse, giving the public assurance that anyone calling themselves a nurse meets the high professional standards expected of the profession. We look forward to working with the Government on the modernisation of our legislation, which will enable this important change in law." - Emma Westcott, Executive Director of Strategy and Insight

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· 22d

📣 Yesterday we held our latest #NMCCouncil meeting – with key discussions on our work to uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Here are some highlights 🧵👇

NMC branded graphic that reads "Highlights from yesterday's Council meeting, Tuesday 21 July."

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Jul 9

Not every concern about a nurse, midwife or nursing associate is a Fitness to Practise matter. Join our free webinar (15 July, 16:00–16:45) to learn how our Employer Link Service supports fair referral decisions and local management of concerns. Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/19b187...

NMC branded graphics that reads: "Webinar: Supporting employers to make the right referrals. With the NMC's UK-wide Employer Link Service (ELS). Microsoft Teams, Wednesday 15 July, 16:00-16:45."

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Jul 2

Yesterday we held our latest #NMCCouncil meeting, with discussions on our work to strengthen regulation and uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Here are some highlights 🧵👇

"Highlights from yesterday's Council meeting: Wednesday 1 July."

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Jun 13

The Nursing and Midwifery Council is delighted to congratulate the nursing and midwifery professionals deservedly recognised in today’s King’s Birthday Honours. Read our full statement🔗: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

An image with text that reads I'd like to congratulate all the nursing and midwifery professionals whose exceptional service has been deservedly recognised with such high honours. They are an inspiration to us all.

Said by Paul Rees, Chief Executive and Registrar.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Jun 10

Our anti-racism principles are intended to drive real change, strengthening anti-racism, bias awareness, cultural safety, curiosity and respect across nursing and midwifery. We're pleased to have the support of the NHS Race and Health Observatory as we take forward this important work.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Jun 5

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 This month, we celebrate LGBTQ+ communities and recognise the contributions of LGBTQ+ nurses, midwives, nursing associates and students across the UK. #PrideMonth2026 #Pride2026

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· May 29

(1/4) Today we’ve launched landmark new anti-racism principles for midwifery and nursing education and practice. This is our contribution to help urgently tackle bias, including the Black maternal health crisis. www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

An image with text that says Our new anti-racism principles are a progressive step towards tackling health inequalities helping to ensure all nursing and midwifery students learn about anti-racism, bias awareness, and cultural curiosity, safety and respect.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· May 27

Wishing all the nurses, midwives and nursing associates celebrating Eid al-Adha a joyful and blessed day. Thank you for your compassion and dedication - we hope you can enjoy this special time with your loved ones. 💛 #EidMubarak #EidAlAdha2026

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· May 20

📣 Our latest #NMCCouncil meeting is underway – with key discussions on our work to uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Follow our thread for updates.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· May 12

Today on #InternationalNursesDay, we’re celebrating the dedication, professionalism and expertise of the 793,694 nurses and 13,433 nursing associates on our register 💙 Thank you to nursing professionals across the UK for the vital care you provide every day to people, families and communities.

A smiling nurse gently holds an older patient’s arm during a home or care visit.

A nurse sits outdoors beside an elderly woman in a wheelchair, holding her hand as they laugh together near a brick building.

A nurse smiles while providing bedside care to a hospital patient, gently holding the patient’s hand in a clinical room.

Two nurses walk and talk down a bright hospital corridor beneath an emergency department sign, carrying paperwork during their shift.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· May 5

Today, on #InternationalDayOfTheMidwife, we’re recognising the skill, compassion and professionalism of midwives across the UK 💙 At the NMC, we’re committed to supporting midwives to uphold standards and help ensure safe, equitable care. Thank you to midwives for the expertise you bring every day.

Midwife carrying out an ultrasound scan while supporting a pregnant woman during an antenatal appointment.

Midwife supporting a mother as she holds and feeds her newborn baby in hospital.

Midwife monitoring a pregnant woman’s baby during a hospital maternity appointment.

Midwives providing postnatal support during a home visit while a mother watches her newborn being weighed.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Apr 21

We’ve committed our full support to Donna Ockenden following her appointment as Chair of the independent review into maternity and neonatal services at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Read our Chief Executive Paul Rees MBE’s full statement: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

"We welcome the appointment of Donna Ockenden as Chair of the review. It’s vital that this review leads to lasting change in maternity services. We are confident that Donna will leave no stone unturned and ensure families receive the clear answers about what has happened in Sussex and why." - Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Apr 20

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Dzikiti as our new Executive Director of Professional Practice – and our most senior registrant. He’ll join us in June. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Portrait photo of incoming Executive Director of Professional Practice Chris Dzikiti.

"I’m delighted to welcome Chris at a crucial time – as we work to review and enhance our regulatory tools, and become the strong and independent regulator that everyone wants to see – better protecting the public, and inspiring renewed confidence in the nursing and midwifery professions." - Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar

"Chris joins the organisation at an exciting time in the NMC’s neogenesis, and I know that the very many wonderful colleagues who have supported me will welcome and support Chris too. I certainly wish him all the best for the future as he takes on the mantle of Executive Director of the Professional Practice Directorate." - Professor Donna O'Boyle MBE, Outgoing Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Apr 17

One year on, we’re making progress in building a more inclusive, anti-racist NMC - and continuing to build on this. Read about our progress so far: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple graphic with a quote from Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar. The quote reads: “We’re beginning to see positive signs of change. I’m frequently stopped by staff in the corridor or on the fringes of meetings, saying how different things feel to a year ago. There’s still a long road ahead, but we’re making significant progress and becoming the strong and independent regulator that everyone wants to see.”

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Apr 15

Over the past 18 months, our Safeguarding Hub has reviewed more than 7,000 fitness to practise referrals. We identified over 2,100 with potential safeguarding concerns - helping ensure people at risk of harm, abuse or neglect are identified early and supported. 🔗 www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple graphic with a quote from Professor Donna O’Boyle MBE, Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice. The text reads: “Our work brings us into contact with vulnerable people, whose safety and wellbeing are our priority. Thanks to the Safeguarding Hub, we’re able to quickly identify and escalate potential risks, to ensure people who are at risk of harm, abuse or neglect receive the support they need.”

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Apr 9

We are launching new anti-racism principles for midwifery education across the UK, to help tackle the Black maternal health crisis and address inequalities affecting Black, Asian and minority ethnic women and babies. 🧵 (1/3)

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Apr 1

The NMC’s commitment to anti-racism is central to our reviews of the Code and Revalidation process. We’re exploring how future standards must support professionals to uphold EDI, challenge racism and discrimination, and tackle health inequalities. Find out more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple NMC graphic featuring a quote from Professor Donna O’Boyle MBE, Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice at the NMC.

Quote reads: “Throughout our reviews we’re making sure to harness the views and experiences of a wide range of people and communities, and amplifying seldom heard voices. These insights will be crucial as we work towards a landmark public consultation on the future Code and Revalidation process, later this year.”

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 25

📣 Today we hold our latest #NMCCouncil meeting – with key discussions on our work to uphold high professional standards in nursing and midwifery. Follow our thread for updates.

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 20

🌙 Eid Mubarak 🌙 Wishing a joyful and peaceful Eid to all the nurses, midwives and nursing associates celebrating. Thank you for the care, compassion and dedication you show every day. We hope you’re able to enjoy this special time with your loved ones. 💛

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Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 19

(1/2) We’ve launched a new Midwifery Data Dashboard to help the maternity sector spot recurring themes when midwifery care goes wrong. It brings together insight from our Fitness to Practise processes to support safer care and better outcomes.

A purple graphic featuring a quote from Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar. The quote reads: “Our new Midwifery Data Dashboard will help our partners to improve safety by targeting recurring themes in Fitness to Practise concerns. By highlighting the concerns most commonly raised with us, we are supporting the sector to better embed NMC standards and improve safety and outcomes.”

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 17

What does good teamwork look like in maternity care? Join our webinar to hear from midwives, leaders and service users on collaboration, cultural safety and improving care. 📅 25 March, 3:00–4:00pm Find out more and register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a8fd4e...

NMC webinar graphic: “Good Teamwork Means Better Maternity Care”, for maternity professionals, with date and time details.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 16

📢 Midwifery professionals - stay up to date with the latest from the NMC. Sign up for our quarterly email newsletter and receive: • Updates on our work that matter to midwives • Key guidance and regulatory changes • Insights to support your practice 📬 Sign up now: www.nmc.org.uk/news/email-n...

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 10

We’re continuing our review of the Code and revalidation, with EDI central to the latest discussions with our advisory groups. Members are exploring how stronger, clearer language on EDI could be embedded in the Code. Read more 👉 www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

"There is a clear call for more to be done to root out racism and other forms of discrimination in health and social care. As an anti-racist regulator, we have a duty to ensure our regulatory tools can help professionals to challenge these unacceptable behaviours and foster equity, diversity and inclusion in practice." - Professor Donna O'Boyle, Acting Executive Director of Professional Practice

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 8

Today we celebrate the 764,176 women on our register. Happy #InternationalWomensDay 💙 Across hospitals, communities and clinics, women in nursing and midwifery make a difference to people’s lives every single day through their skill, compassion and dedication.

Two nurses stand in a hospital corridor with their arms around each other, smiling and talking.

A community nurse and a midwife stand outside a patient’s home, smiling as they arrive for a visit.

Three nurses in blue uniforms review patient paperwork together at a nurses’ station.

Two nurses walk together through a hospital corridor while talking during their shift.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 8

Today marks the Covid-19 Day of Reflection. We remember those who lost their lives during the pandemic and recognise the extraordinary dedication of the nurses, midwives and nursing associates who cared for people in the most challenging circumstances. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

“Covid-19 changed the professions, and society, in ways that continue to shape health and social care services. The dedication and compassion shown by nursing and midwifery professionals during that time stands as a lasting testament to the vital role they play in keeping the public safe and well.”
- Paul Rees MBE, Chief Executive and Registrar

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 5

We’re investing in a specialist team to help resolve sensitive and complex fitness to practise cases more quickly and consistently. Expanding the team will help streamline our processes and support faster, fairer decision-making. Read more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Purple graphic displaying a quote from Lesley Maslen, Executive Director of Professional Regulation at the NMC. The quote reads: “The expertise of our specialist team for sensitive and complex cases is invaluable, and we are keen to strengthen this work by enabling them to directly manage and investigate appropriate cases. This will improve consistency in decision-making and streamline our processes.”

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Mar 2

We’re bringing together professionals from across the UK to help shape our Code and revalidation reviews. Through our Breadth of Practice Advisory Group, we’re hearing from voices from across the sector, including primary care, education and management. Learn more: www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

Photo of Joanne Bosanquet MBE, co-chair of the Breadth of Practice Advisory Group. She is smiling, wearing glasses outdoors in warm sunlight.

Graphic with teal background featuring a quote: “Nursing and midwifery are globally significant professions. We must ensure that we establish a future-focused ethical code and revalidation process that prepares us to respond to population needs and advocate for our citizens and communities.” - Joanne Bosanquet MBE, Co-chair of the Breadth of Practice Advisory Group.

Nursing and Midwifery Council@newsnmc· Feb 27

Got questions about NMC standards? Join our Education & Standards drop-in on Wed 4 March (12:30–13:30) for informal, open discussion with our teams. Register now for joining details: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/129A-1GXI/...