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RCPCH responds to latest study, which casts doubt on whether spending time on screens before bed is harmful to people's mental health, and says "we would still suggest that families follow our guidance published earlier this year".

The Scottish Government has today announced that more than £50 million is to be spent on improving access to mental health services for expectant and new mothers. Officer for Scotland, Professor Steve Turner, responds.

The UK's Chief Medical Officers have issued guidance on children and young people's use of social media and screen time.

In a UK first, the RCPCH publishes new guidance to help parents manage their children’s screen time.

Scotland will recruit an additional 80 mental health professionals to work with children and young people, following a £4 million investment.

RCPCH Officer for Scotland responds, saying "the impact of inequality on child health should not be underestimated".

The charitable donation will help support the RCPCH, as part of a working group, to study the effects of indoor air pollution on child health and what can be done to combat it.

RCPCH Registrar, Dr Mike Linney, says the decision will 'come as a relief for some'. He warns parents in the meantime to not give children unlicensed cannabinoid oil products.

The plan is "extremely encouraging" says Prof Viner but more supported is needed for children who are already overweight or obese.