The New Year Honours list, released on December 29, has recognised the services of numerous nurses, as well as doctors and surgeons.

According to Nursing Times, the most recent data from UCAS reveals a 10% decline in the number of individuals accepted into undergraduate nursing programs in the UK compared to the previous year.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has witnessed a surge in Fitness to Practise (FtP) referrals and inquiries, reaching a monthly peak not anticipated by the regulator. 

Nursing organisations have once again called for a peaceful resolution to the Gaza conflict, expressing concern for both Palestinians and Israelis affected by the ongoing violence.

According to a recent report by Nursing Times, the NMC has appointed a senior employment barrister, Ijeoma Omambala KC, to investigate the handling of fitness-to-practise cases and the treatment of whistleblowers.