ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ Suffolk Branch
Our branch includes members working at NHS, independent, higher education and care home employers, as well as students.
Getting involved in our branch means more than attending meetings. Whether you’re organising for better conditions, supporting a colleague or pushing for systemic change, your involvement helps turn shared concerns into collective action.
Contact us
Your branch team
- Chair: Laura Bird
 - Vice chair: Vacant
 - Treasurer: Vacant
 - Secretary: Tracey Risebrow
 
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All branch events
Our branch annual general meeting (AGM)
Every year, our branch holds its AGM, where we:
- review our branch activity over the past twelve months
 - map out what we want to achieve over the next year
 - elect the branch committee for the coming year
 - discuss with your fellow branch members the issues which are most important to you right now
 
Our branch and ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ Congress
All members can attend ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ Congress for free. There are also fully funded voting places for members, where travel, accommodation and food are provided. Voting members are there to listen, participate and vote on resolutions that are proposed by ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ branches, forums and committees across the UK.
This year's applications for funded voting places are closed. Details of 2026 funded places will be posted here as soon as available.
Hear from members across our region
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                4 Nov 2025
                How ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ members took a stand - and won
When faced with an unexpected financial burden, ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ members in Nottinghamshire didn’t just accept the change—they organised, investigated, and pushed back. What followed was a powerful example of collective action leading to real change.
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                4 Nov 2025
                Health inequality in Ophthalmology
This blog looks at what is health inequality and how can we help our patients level the playing field.
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                31 Oct 2025
                Celebrating National Learning Disability Nurses’ Day: Recognising this Vital Fielding of Nursing
On 1st November, we proudly celebrate National Learning Disability Nurses’ Day – a moment to shine a light on the incredible work of learning disability nurses across the UK.
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                30 Oct 2025
                Safety for nursing staff and patients goes hand in hand
ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ President Bejoy Sebastian reflects on the rise of complaints about racism at work, and the need for safe staffing legislation.
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                30 Oct 2025
                Caring behind the walls: Youth prison nursing
Children and young people nurses advocate for young people's rights, promote health equity, and contribute to rehabilitation. The role of the prison nurse is not just about treatment—it's about trust, transformation, and hope.
 
Elections and appointments
                Put forward an agenda item for Council
                Page last updated - 29/07/2025