Learning from the past - setting out the future: developing learning disabilities nursing in the United Kingdom

Learning disability nurses play a central role in the lives of people with learning disabilities, from developing and implementing care plans to providing advice, education and support to people throughout their care journey. This publication sets out the key issues and actions required, both now and in the future, to enable learning disability nursing to develop and progress in line with the increased demand on its services. It also details areas of priority for the Royal College of Nursing (RCN). (RCN - publications)