Day 2 @midwives_rcm Leadership course. We visited Cross bones Graveyard, a ground full of history & suffering for those who didn't have anyone to advocate for them. You matter to us- What would get you more engaged with your RCM branch? @rcm_chelwest instagram.com/p/DAo1xvZCNG6/…

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What’s it like being an RCM Activist? MSW Chrissy Walsh explains more #rcmactconf2024

Day 1 of Chelwest RCM Branch Royal College of Midwives 💙 #MSWday2024 has begun with our newest support worker members from the Infant Feeding Team! THANK YOU for your hard work supporting Chelsea and Westminster Hospital patients and services 🩷

Great to be in a packed Council Chamber at the Trades Union Congress to develop and shape our work on tackling racial injustice and fighting the far-right.

We have just launched our Midwifery Society (MidSoc) Network. By joining the network, you will gain access to a growing library of resources, get added to the RCM Map and can help us ensure that we are supporting you best we can. Learn more: buff.ly/4aCrHrJ

When RCM steward and staffside rep Keelie Barrett heard a rumour that a vital bus service between sites at her Trust was under threat, she got organised. Read more: buff.ly/41r2Q78

Chelwest RCM Branch members if you are interested in a role or would like the Teams meeting code please email [email protected]

The RCM has welcomed the news that the Government will not pursue a separate pay spine for NHS nurses The RCM described the proposals as ‘divisive and unfair’ when it submitted evidence to the Government’s consultation rcm.org.uk/news/2025/04/r…

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#rcmconf25 Gill Walton RCM Chief Midwife welcomes the midwifery community and encourages them all to stand up and be brave !

HRH The Princess Royal made a very special visit to day 2 of the RCM's national conference in Birmingham. It was wonderful to hear HRH recall with joy her experiences of visiting services as Patron of the RCM and meeting midwives and MSWs from across the UK The Royal Family

'The 10 priorities we have unveiled focus on enhancing safety, quality and inclusivity in maternity care. There is also a strong emphasis on workplace wellbeing, retention' say RCM's Research Advisors Dr Jude Field and Jenny Cunningham rcm.org.uk/media-releases… #rcmconf25

'Midwives, MSWs and student midwives will have been hoping for more of an indication that this Government understands the desperate need for investment in maternity care and midwifery education' says Gill Walton on Comprehensive Spending Review rcm.org.uk/news/2025/06/c…

What a fantastic day at the #RCM #mswactivistconf25. I’m blown away by the energy, passion and dedication from all the MSWs I met today! The #ilearn team at the Royal College of Midwives 💙 are so grateful for all your feedback. We WILL improve your working life and we will support you 💪🏼 🖥️

A fantastic 2 days with some amazing MSW activists. So much energy in the room too.

Have you had your say on the recent pay offer? It’s crucial we gauge the views of all AfC members on this pay award, so we are urging all eligible midwives and MSWs In England, Wales and NI to have your say now. buff.ly/32c1nBy

Calling all AfC staff in Wales, England and Northern Ireland - have you voted on the pay award? Find more about what this year’s pay award means for your band and FAQ’s here buff.ly/tsdlu2p The consultation closes on Monday (8 July) so have your say!

RCM responds to Government’s 10-Year Plan for services in England Read more here: rcm.org.uk/media-releases…

This is such good news - and thanks in no small part to ⁦Royal College of Midwives 💙⁩ member Janet Ballintine who started this in Birmingham. Bereavement leave to be extended to miscarriages before 24 weeks bbc.com/news/articles/…