Thirty years of paediatrics with RCPCH. Millions of moments that mattered.

This year we're celebrating 30 years as a Royal College. We want to hear from you about 'Your Paediatrics, Your Future': Tell us what you enjoy most about your work and what keeps you going even in those challenging days.

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On screen time for under-5s

We have responded to a Department for Education call for evidence, which will inform new parental guidance on screen time and use for children in the early years.

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Download our 'Think measles' poster

Measles cases are rising again in parts of the UK. Our poster reminds us to be alert to measles symptoms and to talk to families about vaccination.

See our poster and resources

Get your ticket for RCPCH Conference

We're excited to return to Birmingham for this year's conference from 11 to 13 May, on the theme, '30 years of RCPCH: Reflect, celebrate and inspire'. Can you join us?

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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

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Young girl getting her heart checked with a stethoscope

Blog

6 March 2026

Reviewing the programme of assessment within Progress+: an update

Our assessment review is progressing and we'll soon launch a consultation, which will inform our submission to the General Medical Council. The views and experiences of members, including doctors in training and trainers, and of children and young people are vital, of course, and Cathryn Chadwick ma...

Media response

6 March 2026

RCPCH responds to Medical Training Prioritisation Act

On 5 March 2026, the Medical Training Prioritisation Bill received royal assent and is expected to apply to the 2026 medical specialty recruitment rounds, affecting both foundation and specialty recruitment processes.

Press release

4 March 2026

Children’s doctors act on persistent school absences

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) have outlined the role of doctors in supporting children’s school attendance.

Announcement

4 March 2026

Dr Lynn Macleod appointed RCPCH Officer for Scotland

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Lynn Macleod as the new Officer for Scotland.

Announcement

2 March 2026

RCPCH statement on the escalating conflict in the Middle East

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is deeply concerned by the further escalation of conflict across the Middle East.

Alphabet titles spilled on table with some lined up to spell 'RARE DISEASE'

Blog

27 February 2026

Seeing the rare: why surveillance matters

Each year on the last day of February, Rare Disease Day shines a light on conditions that affect millions worldwide; conditions that most doctors may never encounter. For many families, rarity can mean long diagnostic journeys and uncertainty.