Abstracts are now open for submission for RCPCH Conference 2027

We are already busy planning next May's conference in Liverpool. We are now inviting abstract submissions and workshop proposals - it's the perfect opportunity to showcase your research or project.

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Key findings from our Epilepsy12 audit

The latest report from our audit on paediatric epilepsy care has three key themes: inclusion of all children and young people with a new diagnosis; workforce and pathways for local populations; and impactful care planning.

Read Epilepsy12 report

The state of child health in 2026

Outcomes have worsened or stagnated across the UK, reversing years of progress, and the impact is felt most sharply in deprived areas and among ethnic minority communities.

Explore our analysis in 12 indicators

Our joint technology conference

Building on the success of our first 'Digital Paediatrics' conference last autumn, we are partnering with NIHR on a two-day hybrid event on 2-3 December to offer practical insights in a fast-evolving digital landscape.

Find out more about the event

Leading the way in children's health

Our ten-year strategy has four goals to support paediatricians' working lives and advocate for a healthier future for children and young people in the UK and internationally.

Our latest annual impact review sets out what we've achieved - together with you, our members, partners and children and young people.

Our strategy

Our annual impact review

Latest news and blogs

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Announcement

3 August 2026

ACCIA publishes annual report for 2025 National Clinical Impact Awards

The Advisory Committee on Clinical Impact Awards (ACCIA) has published its annual report and updated nominal roll for the 2025 National Clinical Impact Awards round.

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Blog

31 July 2026

Your Paediatrics, Your Future: Building a culture of support

Dr Fatimah Unar reflects on the rewards and challenges of a career in paediatric emergency medicine, and how creating a supportive team culture helps colleagues navigate the most difficult moments in child health care.

Announcement

30 July 2026

Dr Vasanta Nanduri elected College Vice President for Training and Assessment

We are delighted to welcome Vasanta as our new VP following the latest membership election, as Dr Cathryn Chadwick's tenure has come to a close.

President's update

28 July 2026

Learning from devolution - President's update

Steve reflects on how the four UK nations have delivered healthcare for their populations since devolution happened in 1999, the challenges in comparison of outcomes, and what this has taught us.

Announcement

27 July 2026

RCPCH announces the appointment of a new Chair of the Board of Trustees

Eileen Milner will take up the role in November 2026 when Joanne Shaw’s term as our current Chair expires. The Board of Trustees plays a vital role in the life of the College.

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Blog

23 July 2026

How the National Child Mortality Database in England (NCMD) can make learning from every child death count – patient safety spotlight

This blog explores how insights from child death reviews, brought together by the NCMD, can help clinicians turn difficult experiences into learning that improves care and prevents future deaths.