For example, through the recently published Framework for Maternity Services in Scotland, midwives have an explicit role in delivering and influencing patient care.In addition, Caring for Scotland - The Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery in Scotland has a commitment to investing in leadership at ward sister and charge nurse level and focus group meetings for those staff are being held now.Also, I recently announced plans for Scotland's first nursing summit to bring together all those with an interest in promoting nursing to work in partnership with the Executive to explore new...