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Thank you goes a long way

25 September 2023

When Jess received a brief note of gratitude from a colleague, she decided to pay it forward, and the ripples began to spread. Taking three minutes to recognise someone's effort can make them feel valued - and feel seen.

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Making the case for prevention - President's blog

22 September 2023

In a difficult week for the NHS, Camilla highlights a major new report on 'Securing our healthy future: Prevention is better than cure', endorsed by 24 members of the Academy of Royal Medical Colleges. She also reflects on what is next for Martha's Rule and shares news of our first Thrive Paediatric...

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The missing middle - who are they and why do they matter?

21 September 2023

This blog by Dr Nick Wilkinson, RCPCH Officer for Wales, explores the concept of the missing middle.

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RCPCH responds to Nuffield Council on Bioethics review of disagreements in the care of critically ill children

18 September 2023

The Nuffield Council on Bioethics (NCOB) has published its review of the disagreements that arise between families and healthcare teams in the care of critically ill children.

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We publish new guidance on capability based progression in paediatric training

15 September 2023

One of the aims of Progress+ (which launched in August) that we are most excited about is the opportunity to truly embed and normalise the concept of capability based progression.

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RCPCH responds to UK Government plans to authorise the use of x-rays in age assessments of children seeking refuge and asylum

14 September 2023

On 12 September 2023, the Government confirmed its plans to authorise the use of x-rays in the age assessment of children and young people seeking asylum in the UK.

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AGM 2023 results

13 September 2023

On 12 September 2023 we held our virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM). Members received reports from the Chair of Trustees, the President, Treasurer, and considered three changes to the College governing documents.

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Where we go next - President's blog

8 September 2023

Camilla reminds colleagues of the forthcoming AGM and the recruitment processes for the next President and Treasurer. She also reflects on a particularly challenging time for the profession as a whole.

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The College reflects on Martha’s Rule

7 September 2023

We were deeply saddened to read the circumstances around Martha’s death and our condolences are with her family.

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RCPCH President introduces our manifesto for the next UK General Election

7 September 2023

As we publish our manifesto for the next UK General Election, Dr Camilla Kingdon explains why this is a crucial opportunity to speak up for children’s health, and how members will be able to get involved.