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NNAP Reporting Dashboards
Learn about and access the National Neonatal Audit Programmes (NNAP) reporting dashboards.
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NNAP webinar recording: Key findings from the 2024 summary report
This webinar, recorded in October 2025, reviewed the key findings and national recommendations from the National Neonatal Audit Programme (NNAP) summary report on 2024 data.
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RCPCH offers ‘Prescription for Change’ ahead of Holyrood elections
7 October 2025
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has launched its manifesto for the May 2026 Scottish Parliament elections, urging the next Scottish Government to take bold, evidence-based action to improve child health across the nation.
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The Prescription for Change: Transforming the future of child health - RCPCH Scotland manifesto 2026
As Scotland prepares for the 2026 Holyrood election, we urge the next Scottish Government to put children and young people’s health and wellbeing at the heart of national policy. Our manifesto outlines clear, actionable steps, including greater investment in child health services and the workforce t...
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Navigating the future of paediatrics – President's update
6 October 2025
In his latest update, Professor Steve Turner reflects on the pressing challenges facing child health, from rising child poverty to ongoing NHS pressures. He shares how RCPCH is advocating nationally, supporting the paediatric workforce, and working with partners to improve outcomes for children and ...
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COVID-19 Inquiry (UK) and RCPCH involvement
From early 2020, the College has looked at the risks and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our members, the wider child health workforce and children and young people.
A public inquiry into the handling of COVID-19 was announced in May 2021 and public hearings began in September 2023.
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Small changes, big impact - President's update
22 September 2025
As clinicians it's vital we encourage young people to invest in a healthy lifestyle for their wider health. Do have a look at the resources we've developed. Steve also encourages members to sign up for an update on the upcoming Facing the Future standards and read about the work of the new Child He...
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Health, Social Care and Sport Committee (Scottish Parliament): Inquiry into ADHD and ASD Pathways and Support - consultation response
In August 2025, we responded to the Scottish Parliament’s Health, Social Care and Sport Committee inquiry into pathways and support for children and young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Below is a short summary, with our full response ...
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Health, Social Care and Sport Committee (Scottish Parliament): Good Food Nation Proposed National Plan - consultation response
In August 2025, we responded to a call for views into the proposed Good Food Nation National Plan. Our response highlights the importance of embedding child health and wellbeing at the heart of Scotland’s food policy. Below is a short summary, with our full response available in the downloads sectio...
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It’s back to school – President’s update
5 September 2025
Here in the UK and many parts of the world, children and young people are back at school, and the approaching autumn and winter seasons can mean things get busy for us paediatricians. The College has plenty of new resources to support your clinical and professional practice this year.