News | RCPCH

News

Influencing the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act: podcast

3 June 2026

How does the College use both paediatric and policy expertise to help shape legislation affecting children and young people? Professor Andrew Rowland, Officer for Child Protection (pictured), talks about our work with colleagues from RCPCH and NSPCC.

News

Your Paediatrics, Your Future: My name means hope

2 June 2026

Dr Umit Gultekin recalls a moment in his career where he cared for a critically unwell child, and supported their family through a difficult decision about specialist care. Years later he saw the boy again, a moment that reminded him why he chose paediatrics.

News

Supporting children in a changing world – President’s update

2 June 2026

Child health has changed over the years, and today we have new priorities in public health, such as screen time, maternal and child vaccination, vaping and school attendance. Steve signposts to resources to help you tactfully support families on these issues.

News

Should paediatric care extend to all children and young people at least until their 18th birthday?

29 May 2026

We posed this question earlier this month RCPCH Conference in a panel session chaired by Leonora Merry from the Nuffield Trust. There isn't a straightforward answer, but it is crucial that transition services ensure young people are not left without care, are developmentally appropriate and are co-p...

News

Announcing the winners of the RCPCH Members' Award 2026

27 May 2026

Our Members' Award honours members who have undertaken exceptional work in support of child health and the College strategies. We are pleased to announce that Dr Kate Pryde and Dr James Edelmen are the 2026 joint winners. Congratulations to both!

News

Announcing the 2026 Honorary Fellows

26 May 2026

Honorary Fellowship is awarded to a small number of people who are considered by our members to have made a major contribution to paediatrics and child health through research, education, clinical service and leadership. We announced the 2026 Honorary Fellows at our annual Conference, congratulation...

News

Children’s doctors increasingly treating harms associated with social media and being online

26 May 2026

Nearly 50% of paediatricians surveyed say they often or very often discuss online activity and social media use with children and young people during consultations.

News

How you can shape the future of child's health - President's Update

22 May 2026

In this President's Update, Steve reflects on our annual Conference and anniversary celebrations. Plus, he introduces our new Paediatric Influencing Network and Strong Foundations campaign.

News

'Leading the way' episode 11: Trust, courage and diversity in medical leadership, with Dr Erum Jamall

20 May 2026

In this blog, Jonathan reflects on a compelling conversation with Dr Erum Jamall, a consultant paediatrician and medical director, about leadership within NHS trusts and the crucial role of medical management.

News

Celebrating the award winners and Honorary Fellows of 2026

19 May 2026

At last week’s RCPCH Conference in Birmingham, we were proud to recognise medical students, foundation doctors, current and retired paediatricians and others who are passionate about paediatrics and child health. See photos from our award ceremonies.