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25,000 members and growing: opportunities and what’s next - President's Update

26 January 2026

In this update, RCPCH President, Steve Turner, brings together the latest news, opportunities and developments shaped by and for RCPCH members.

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Shaping our manifesto: Why investment in child health must be a priority in Scotland

23 January 2026

Dr Mairi Stark, RCPCH Officer for Scotland, provides an overview of the key themes and the process of writing the manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election and shares her key message to the next Scottish Government.

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RCPCH update on screen time and online harms

19 January 2026

RCPCH President, Professor Steve Turner, has joined leading doctors in a letter to government as concerns of the impact on children and young people's physical and mental health both from excessive screen time as well as exposure to harmful online content grow.

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Screen time and online harms: resources for members

This page brings together key resources on screen time and online harms to help inform conversations with families and guide clinical practice across the UK. We will continue to monitor developments and update these resources as new guidance emerges.

Digital health

Health policy

News

RCPCH responds to Scottish Budget 2026-27

14 January 2026

The Scottish Government has published their budget for 2026-27.

Volunteering opportunity

Early Years Campaign - Clinical Lead

Closing date

16 February 2026

The Early Years Campaign is our new UK‑wide initiative launching in 2026, which will strengthen the College’s policy, advocacy and campaign work to improve outcomes for children from birth to age of five.

Health policy

Volunteering opportunity

Education and Learning Board - volunteering opportunities

Closing date

16 February 2026

Support our work in education for members, including courses and online learning resources. We are seeking an Officer for Education, Clinical Lead for Continuous Professional Development and Clinical Lead for Digital Learning.

Digital health

Continuing professional development

Leadership

Paediatric training

Volunteering opportunity

Vice President for Education and Workforce - call for applications

Closing date

16 February 2026

RCPCH members are invited to apply for the position of Vice President for Education and Workforce. This senior Officer role works in close partnership with the President, Registrar, Treasurer, fellow Vice Presidents and College staff to advance the mission of the College, which represents more than ...

Health policy

Choose paediatrics

Continuing professional development

Leadership

Mentoring

Public affairs and campaigning

RCPCH Conference

Workforce

Volunteering opportunity

Vice President for Training and Assessment - call for applications

Closing date

16 February 2026

RCPCH members are invited to apply for the position of Vice President for Training and Assessment. This senior Officer role works in close partnership with the President, Registrar, Treasurer, fellow Vice Presidents and College staff to advance the mission of the College, which represents more than ...

Health policy

Examinations

Leadership

Paediatric sub-specialty

Paediatric training

Progress+

Public affairs and campaigning

News

Welcoming in the new year - President's update

12 January 2026

Steve reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing child health at the start of the new year, from winter pressures to progress in vaccination and public health. He also highlights the importance of clinical leadership, opportunities to get involved and celebrate our members as the College ma...