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Nancy Kirkland speaks at international conference in Greece

In May, President Nancy Kirkland gave a presentation at a conference organised by the Hellenic Regulatory Board of Nurses (HRBN) on the island of Lefkas in Greece.
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Busy start to 2008 for the NMC

The Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) has broken new records and improved its working efficiency, during a busy start to 2008.
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Standards for medicines management

Update: this publication is currently not available in hard copy as it is being redesigned to reflect our new brand, however you can still download the standards as a PDF.
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A new governance structure for the NMC

The present Council have agreed to move to a new board-like structure, whereby nurses, midwives, specialist community public health nurses and lay people apply for positions based on transferable skills and qualities, as opposed to being elected.
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Using the civil standard of proof

From October 2008 the way the NMC hears Fitness to Practise (FtP) cases will change.
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The new Code: Now in effect

The new Code for nurses and midwives in the UK is now in effect - read some of the feedback we've received so far and find your nearest Code Champion.
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International Nurses Day - 12th May 2008

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world every May 12, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth.
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Bupa Foundation Awards 2008

Bupa Foundation Awards are made to healthcare and medical professionals in recognition of excellence in a wide range of categories, including care, clinical excellence, patient safety and research.
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Looking back at the Code launch in Belfast

The NMC's Stephanie Guyett and Marietta Campbell reflect on the Code launch event in Belfast 7 April 2008.
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Pay your fees by direct debit!

Every two minutes a nurse or midwife contacts the NMC registration team to arrange paying their annual retention fees by direct debit.
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Photos and videos from the NMC Code launch

Photos and videos from the NMC Code launch are now available to view.
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Education roadshows: case studies sought

For the forthcoming Education roadshows, we are seeking examples of local initiatives which have been implemented in relation to the following key areas.
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