The article discusses the debate over state registration of nurses in Scotland, focusing on two main bills: Lord Ampthill's and Mr. Cleland's. Lord Ampthill's bill, supported by the Society for the State Registration of Trained Nurses, emphasizes a centralized registration system and national examinations, while Cleland's bill seeks to include training schools and offers a lower registration fee. The article notes that the Ampthill bill has not gained support from major training schools, which are crucial for the success of any registration scheme. It also highlights the opposition from some hospitals to registration, arguing that registered nurses should be protected, though the value of such protection is debated. The article suggests that registration may not fully address issues like fraud or unqualified nurses masquerading as professionals. It also discusses the need for a compromise between the two bills, emphasizing the importance of including training schools and ensuring adequate representation for Scottish nurses. The article criticizes the failure of a conference to address Scottish concerns and notes the formation of the Scottish Nurses' Association, which supports the Ampthill bill but is not representative of all nursing opinions. The article concludes that a compromise is needed to ensure a satisfactory registration system that includes practical training and moral qualities essential for good nursing.The article discusses the debate over state registration of nurses in Scotland, focusing on two main bills: Lord Ampthill's and Mr. Cleland's. Lord Ampthill's bill, supported by the Society for the State Registration of Trained Nurses, emphasizes a centralized registration system and national examinations, while Cleland's bill seeks to include training schools and offers a lower registration fee. The article notes that the Ampthill bill has not gained support from major training schools, which are crucial for the success of any registration scheme. It also highlights the opposition from some hospitals to registration, arguing that registered nurses should be protected, though the value of such protection is debated. The article suggests that registration may not fully address issues like fraud or unqualified nurses masquerading as professionals. It also discusses the need for a compromise between the two bills, emphasizing the importance of including training schools and ensuring adequate representation for Scottish nurses. The article criticizes the failure of a conference to address Scottish concerns and notes the formation of the Scottish Nurses' Association, which supports the Ampthill bill but is not representative of all nursing opinions. The article concludes that a compromise is needed to ensure a satisfactory registration system that includes practical training and moral qualities essential for good nursing.