Consultation responses

We respond to consultations so that we can influence and advocate for improvements in child health in all four UK nations. We work with members and children and young people to ensure our responses are accurate and in line with the latest evidence.

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Future of Healthcare Education in Wales - consultation response

In November 2025, we responded to a Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) consultation on how it educates and trains the NHS workforce in Wales.

Paediatric training

Workforce

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10 Year Workforce Plan - evidence submission

In November 2025, we responded to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) call for evidence to inform the development of the 10 Year Workforce Plan.

Health policy

Public affairs and campaigning

Workforce

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Corporate parenting: part 6 code of practice on looked after and accommodated children - consultation response

In October 2025, we responded to a Welsh Government consultation on proposed changes to the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 part 6 code of practice (looked after and accommodated children).

Children and young people's voice

Governance and regulation

Health policy

Public affairs and campaigning

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National strategy for preventing and responding to child sexual abuse in Wales 2025-35 - consultation response

In October 2025, we responded to a Welsh Government consultation on its draft 10-year national strategy for preventing and responding to child sexual abuse in Wales.

Health policy

Safeguarding

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Setting the minimum price of alcohol in Wales beyond 2026 - consultation response

In September 2025, we responded to a Welsh Government consultation on both maintaining the minimum unit pricing (MUP) for alcohol in Wales beyond March 2026 and raising the unit price from 50p to 65p.

Health policy

Public affairs and campaigning

Public health

Society

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Welsh Government Draft Budget 2026-27 proposals - consultation response

In September 2025, we responded to the Senedd Finance Committee's Call for Information ahead of the publication of the Welsh Government's Draft Budget 2026-27.

Health policy

Public affairs and campaigning

Service design

Workforce

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Human rights of children in the social care system in England - consultation response

In September 2025, we responded to the Joint Committee on Human Rights inquiry on the human rights of children in the social care system in England. Below is a short summary, with our full response available in the downloads section.

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Health, Social Care and Sport Committee (Scottish Parliament): Inquiry into ADHD and ASD Pathways and Support - consultation response

In August 2025, we responded to the Scottish Parliament’s Health, Social Care and Sport Committee inquiry into pathways and support for children and young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Below is a short summary, with our full response ...

Community child health

Health policy

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Health, Social Care and Sport Committee (Scottish Parliament): Good Food Nation Proposed National Plan - consultation response

In August 2025, we responded to a call for views into the proposed Good Food Nation National Plan. Our response highlights the importance of embedding child health and wellbeing at the heart of Scotland’s food policy. Below is a short summary, with our full response available in the downloads sectio...

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Healthy eating and drinking in maintained schools in Wales - consultation response

In July 2025, we responded to a Welsh Government consultation on proposals to update standards related to what food and drinks can be provided in schools in Wales, guidance for caterers and guidance for schools and local authorities on responsibilities for promoting healthy eating and drinking.

Governance and regulation

Health policy