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Child Protection Authority in England - consultation response
In March 2026 we responded to a Department for Education consultation on proposals for a Child Protection Authority.
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Reviewing the programme of assessment within Progress+: an update
6 March 2026
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...
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Role of paediatricians in supporting children’s school attendance - position statement
Education is a fundamental right that drives personal, social and economic growth. For many children and young people this is delivered through attending school. Regular school attendance supports a child’s education as well as the holistic development of children and young people, empowering them t...
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Shining a light on child health progress - President's update
23 February 2026
In this edition, Steve shares important policy wins, workforce and service priorities, and new resources for members alongside opportunities to get involved and amplify your voice for children and young people.
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National Paediatric Diabetes Audit (NPDA) extended analysis on 2023-24 data
Published in February 2026, this extended analysis builds upon the findings of the 2023-24 summary report on care and outcomes in for children and young people with diabetes mellitus in England and Wales.
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National Paediatric Diabetes Audit (NPDA) annual report on 2024-25 data
Our report, published in March 2026, presents the key findings on the health checks and outcomes for children and young people with diabetes mellitus in England, Wales and Jersey. It covers the period from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.
It aims to understand what proportion of patients seen in pa...
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Research, advocacy and learning - President’s update
10 February 2026
This update explores how you can get started in research and the growing support available through RCPCH networks and partnerships. Alongside research opportunities, President Professor Steve Turner shares highlights from our latest learning resources, sustainability work and advocacy activity acros...
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RCPCH welcomes new blueprint for emergency departments
10 February 2026
NHS England have today published their Model Emergency Department Blueprint, which aims to support trusts to deliver modern urgent and emergency care (UEC) in the Emergency Department (ED) setting.
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Paediatric workforce later careers survey: report (2026)
Senior paediatricians play a vital role in delivering high-quality services. However, as they move into the later stages of their careers, the nature of their work can change significantly. To better understand these changes, we surveyed consultant paediatricians and specialty and specialist (SAS) d...
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Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill – member briefing
On 13 January 2026, the UK Government introduced emergency legislation on UK medical graduate prioritisation for medical specialty training as part of the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill. This page provides information on what the Bill will do and the College's engagement with the UK Governme...