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3.3% is not enough. Sign the NHS Unions open letter now. Midwives deserve to be paid fairly for all that they do. Please sign the letter and share to everyone in your networks, NHS staff or not - we all want the NHS to succeed. buff.ly/kXjqO1s

Director of the RCM Northern Ireland, Dr Dale Spence, and South Eastern Trust midwife, Melanie Harington, raising the issues that matter to you at the @allianceparty conference today @MidwivesRCM safe staffing = safe care ❤️

Our next free to members webinar takes place on 24 February 2026, join us virtually for 'Books on prescription: How reading can support health and wellbeing'. Learn more about Reading Well who will be hosting this session and book your ticket here: buff.ly/7CQ5sPl

The RCM is the only trade union dedicated solely to midwives, educators, student midwives and MSWs. Learn more about how a collective voice can bring change: 🔗 buff.ly/ZMHYVqf #HeartUnions #Midwives #MSWs #StrongerTogether

Love is definitely in the air in the Ulster Hospital’s Maternity Unit💓 ✨ These three gorgeous babies arrived this morning to steal their parent's hearts, just in time for Valentine’s Day!🥰 Huge congratulations to everyone💕 Read the full story here👇 bit.ly/4ctvSc9

❤️ #HeartUnions Week ❤️ At the RCM, we stand up for midwives, maternity support workers, educators and student midwives every single day. If you’re not already a member, now’s the time. 👉 Find out more at our website: buff.ly/tBpbt53

This will be a great session!

We are so proud of you!! Well done @QUBSONM @QUBelfast #RCMAwards

🗣️ The Department recently hosted an Advanced Midwifery Practice Workshop involving a wide range of stakeholders to support the ongoing development of the Advanced Midwifery Practitioner role in NI 📈 The day provided a structured period of reflection, insight and co design

We are so pleased to have Charlene and Medbh from @QUBSONM as our Northern Ireland SMF reps for 2026!

We are excited to announce the launch of our brand new eLearning module, 'Multiple Births.' This is our module of the month and features engaging interactions and visuals that will enhance the learning experience for all members of our midwifery family. buff.ly/WX2NTmM

We were delighted to attend @healthdpt Advanced Midwifery Practice Workshop and hear from the Department of Health’s Chief Midwifery Officer, @nmcnews as well as our Chief Midwife @GillWaltonRCM #collaboration

Thrilled to be able to help shape the future of midwifery in Northern Ireland. Exciting days ahead for our profession 👏 @publichealthni @RcmNi @MidwivesRCM

The RCM is proud to work with Cavell to provide grants, advice and a listening ear to midwives and maternity support workers who are looking to take charge of their finances and feel more in control. Learn more: buff.ly/lnX1Sd0

Join us on 24 February, 13:00-14:00 to learn more about the evidence behind reading and health, know more about how Reading Well can be accessed for free and help the families you support and to explore how you can use Reading Well in practice. buff.ly/ITUPKTt

Breastfeeding offers babies the best start in life and can be a very rewarding experience for mothers. 🤱 For more information on the benefits of breastfeeding or to find out how you can support a breastfeeding mum visit breastfedbabies.org

It was a pleasure to join so many of you and to hear all you have achieved as a branch in the last year!

🟰 Our Safe Staffing = Safe Care campaign was officially launched this week at Westminster! We were joined by midwives and maternity support workers who told MPs the realities of working in maternity. Read more here: buff.ly/xHiY9Zu

💉 Protect yourself and your baby this winter 💕 Flu vaccines are now available at our WALK-IN Antenatal Vaccination Clinics, alongside Whooping Cough and RSV vaccines. Clinic details 👇 bit.ly/4oOLLh8

The PHA advises women who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant to take precautions to reduce the risk of miscarriage and infection by avoiding close contact with sheep, particularly during lambing season. pha.site/Lambing 🐑🐑🐑