The Royal College of Nursing is consulting its members about the possibility of taking industrial action in protest over pay.
RCN Council voted to ask members about the impact of the Government’s one per cent pay cap and how the College should respond, including whether members should consider taking industrial action.
The shape of the consultation will be decided in the coming weeks and will be launched before RCN Congress in May.
Janet Davies, chief executive and general secretary of the Royal College of Nursing, said: “The decision taken by RCN Council shows their concern for the impact continued pay restraint is having on dedicated nursing staff.
“The pay cap is fuelling a recruitment and retention crisis, and when compounded by issues such as down banding, substitution of roles and student funding changes, it’s a perfect storm for nursing.
“I urge members to look out for this consultation and share their views with us; we are a member-led organisation and you will directly shape the next steps of our Nursing Counts campaign. Take this important opportunity to make your voice heard.”
