Lack of learning-disability nurses in UK is an ‘absolute crisis’, says union

Exclusive: Royal College of Nursing says 1.5m vulnerable people not getting the right care, as specialism is ‘consistently undermined’ ...

New nurse to improve care for autistic patients

A specially trained nurse has been appointed to improve communication, remove barriers to treatment and provide better care ...
Learning Disability TodayOpinion

Listening saves lives: learning disability nursing and lessons from the 2026 Ockenden Report

The findings of the 2026 Ockenden Report, although focused on maternity care, resonate across wider health and social care ...
Nursing Times

Exclusive: New ‘pillars’ to improve learning disability care

A leading nurse has developed a guide to help staff implement national standards of care for people with a learning disability. Consultant nurse in learning disabilities, Jim Blair, has created four ...
The Rugby Observer

New UHCW specialist nurse role to help patients with learning disabilities feel seen, heard and supported

Learning Disability and Autism Nurse Specialist Leona Mccook is working with clinical teams, patients, families and carers.
The Independent

Loss of NHS specialist nurses will lead to deaths of people with learning disabilities, experts warn

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