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NHSBSA calls for midwives for digital pilot programme
The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) is looking for midwives and healthcare professionals to take part in their pilot programme for digital maternity exemption certificates. The digital scheme is a quicker and cheaper alternative ...
NMC changes rules for non-EU midwives
Midwives and nurses from outside the EU can now apply to work in the UK immediately after qualifying.
NMC to use new approach for resolving complaints
A new process for resolving complaints about midwives and nurses is being introduced by the NMC.
Maternity unit closures highlighted in new data
New research published today (28 August) shows that nearly half of England’s maternity units closed to new mothers at some point in 2017.
Revalidation still having positive impact says NMC
Findings from an independent evaluation suggest that revalidation is continuing to have a positive impact on the attitudes and behaviours of midwives and nurses.
New infant-feeding website to help professionals
Academics at Coventry University have created a new website to help midwives and health visitors support both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding parent.
New plaque pays tribute to pioneering midwives
A new plaque was unveiled today (26 July) paying tribute to renowned midwives Zepherina Veitch and Dame Rosalind Paget.
NMC sees increase in registrants from outside EU
The latest figures from the NMC show an increase in the number of midwives and nurses joining the register from outside the EU.
NMC agrees new approach to resolving concerns
The regulator has pledged commitment to moving away from a blame culture when resolving concerns about midwives’ and nurses’ practice.