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Paediatricians urge political parties to consider children ahead of Scotland election

9 April 2026

230 paediatricians have issued a plea to Scottish political parties to take strong and decisive action children’s health in the lead up to the May elections.

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RCPCH responds to Scottish Child Poverty Strategy

13 March 2026

The Scottish Government has published their third child poverty delivery plan outlining action for the period 2026 to 2031.

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Be curious about school attendance - President's update

10 March 2026

Understanding and addressing school attendance is fast becoming a priority for our members and wider society, and Steve introduces our new position statement with both evidence and practical advice for paediatricians. He also shares updates on our assessment review and policy work across the UK.

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Reviewing the programme of assessment within Progress+: an update

6 March 2026

Our assessment review is progressing and we'll soon launch a consultation, which will inform our submission to the General Medical Council. The views and experiences of members, including doctors in training and trainers, and of children and young people are vital, of course, and Cathryn Chadwick ma...

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Dr Lynn Macleod appointed RCPCH Officer for Scotland

4 March 2026

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Lynn Macleod as the new Officer for Scotland.

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Shining a light on child health progress - President's update

23 February 2026

In this edition, Steve shares important policy wins, workforce and service priorities, and new resources for members alongside opportunities to get involved and amplify your voice for children and young people.

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Research, advocacy and learning - President’s update

10 February 2026

This update explores how you can get started in research and the growing support available through RCPCH networks and partnerships. Alongside research opportunities, President Professor Steve Turner shares highlights from our latest learning resources, sustainability work and advocacy activity acros...

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25,000 members and growing: opportunities and what’s next - President's Update

26 January 2026

In this update, RCPCH President, Steve Turner, brings together the latest news, opportunities and developments shaped by and for RCPCH members.

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Shaping our manifesto: Why investment in child health must be a priority in Scotland

23 January 2026

Dr Mairi Stark, RCPCH Officer for Scotland, provides an overview of the key themes and the process of writing the manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election and shares her key message to the next Scottish Government.

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RCPCH update on screen time and online harms

19 January 2026

RCPCH President, Professor Steve Turner, has joined leading doctors in a letter to government as concerns of the impact on children and young people's physical and mental health both from excessive screen time as well as exposure to harmful online content grow.