evidence: NHS nurses and support workers have told the UK’s biggest nursing union they’re not prepared to accept the 2024-25 pay rise awarded to Agenda for Change staff in England in line with NHS Pay Review Body recommendations. After RCN members voted to reject the 5.5% increase, the college’s options include seeking direct talks with government and balloting for industrial action. Nursing Standard looks at the options, plus what’s happening in the rest of the UK