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Our work on the UK General Election

The latest general election in the UK took place on 4 July 2024. The results are in, and the College will make sure the new Government and opposition parties prioritise paediatrics and child health. This page outlines the story of our work ahead of the election.

Safeguarding

Public affairs and campaigning

Workforce

News

RCPCH Scotland responds to the Programme for Government 2023-24

6 September 2023

The Scottish Government has announced its Programme for Government 2023-24 and has outlined a number of policies and announcements related to child health.

Volunteering opportunity

RCPCH President: 2027-30

Closing date

19 October 2026

We are seeking our next President. This is an exciting, high-profile leadership role that is central to the work of the College. The President is at the forefront of College activity, championing paediatrics and child health and representing our members. Applications are now closed.

Membership

Leadership

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Trainees participation in child health research - survey report 2023

Paediatric trainees in the UK are keen to participate in and develop skills in research. But, results from the RCPCH Trainee Research Network's survey in 2021 highlight that only a minority of trainees are involved in research - and a small group have dedicated time for research. Our report presents...

Paediatric training

Research

Workforce

News

How can we prevent the risk of deadly disease outbreaks?

9 August 2023

What you need to know about upcoming changes to the UK’s childhood vaccination programme. Professor Helen Bedford, Immunisation Lead for RCPCH explains.

News

Progress+ is here! Cathryn and Christine talk us through the new training curriculum

1 August 2023

It has been years in the making, and has engaged countless consultant paediatricians, trainees, College staff and - especially - children and young people. But we're now delighted to launch our new two-level training programme, Progress+! In this short video, two key leaders in its development ch...

Volunteering opportunity

MRCPCH Clinical Scenario Working Groups

We are looking for enthusiastic members with an interest in clinical education and MRCPCH to join our MRCPCH Clinical scenario working groups. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and to support the next generation of paediatricians.

Examinations

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Workforce consultation responses - summary 2021-23

We lead and collaborate on consultations relating to the child health workforce in all four UK nations. Here we introduce these consultations, with links to our full responses published on this website.

Workforce

News

One week to go until Progress+ - nearly time for celebratory razzamatazz

25 July 2023

We don’t need much of an excuse to eat (pink) cake and put up (pink) balloons. But, seeing Progress+ come to fruition is a very good reason indeed to celebrate!

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Paediatric training at ST1

Congratulations on gaining a place on the paediatric training scheme! This page covers all the tools and tips you need to know to kickstart your paediatric journey from Specialty Training 1 (ST1). It includes a handy checklist for the first month of your new job.

Paediatric training