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CEO, Rob Okunnu, to leave the College after nearly seven years

5 November 2025

RCPCH CEO, Rob Okunnu, will be leaving RCPCH at the end of December 2025.

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One year on – what we’ve achieved and what to expect in 2026 and beyond

5 November 2025

Last September, we launched the first phase of our College strategy to support paediatricians' working lives and advocate for a healthier future for children and young people in the UK and internationally.

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FPH, RCPCH and BACAPH – joint statement on re-introduction of the Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill

3 November 2025

The UK Faculty of Public Health (FPH), the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), and the British Association for Child and Adolescent Public Health (BACAPH) strongly support the re-introduction of the Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill.

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Training, vaccines and the future of paediatrics - President's update

3 November 2025

As we move into the final months of 2025, it’s a period of both reflection and momentum across the child health community. From major developments in medical training reform to important updates in the UK vaccination schedule, there’s a great deal shaping how we continue to deliver the best care for...

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Member update to NHSE Medical Training Review – Phase 1 diagnostic report

30 October 2025

NHS England has published phase 1 of its review of Medical Training in England, led by Chris Whitty and Steve Powis.

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RCPCH responds to the introduction of Awaab’s Law

28 October 2025

Awaab’s Law, introduced on 27 October 2025, will be a step change for children as the new law seeks to improve housing conditions and tenant safety in social housing.

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A spotlight on the child health workforce in Wales

27 October 2025

We are running a series of interviews with members and partners to shine a spotlight on the major themes from RCPCH Wales's 2026 Senedd manifesto and to highlight the experiences of child health professionals across Wales.

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RCPCH responds to The Lullaby Trust's newest data

20 October 2025

The Lullaby Trust have published new polling data showing that nearly one in three parents of babies delay contacting doctors due to fears of wasting NHS time.

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Championing child health: workforce, wellbeing and equal protection - President's update

20 October 2025

In this update, Steve explains why the 10-year workforce plan consultation needs you, celebrates our research award winners and reminds us to protect ourselves and our patients with the flu vaccination. He ends by outlining our call to end physical punishment of young people.

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Deadline extended: Apply now for the BPSU Sir Peter Tizard Bursary 2025

17 October 2025

The BPSU are extending the deadline for applications to the Sir Peter Tizard Bursary by an additional week. The deadline is now end of day Monday 27 October.