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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.

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Time to transform: Putting children at the heart of the NHS in Wales

19 January 2026

In this blog, Deputy Officer for Wales, Dr Dana Beasley explores the issue of fair funding of child health services and why the next Welsh Government should encourage and invest in innovation that can reshape healthcare and support children and young people to live happier, healthier lives.

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Screen time and online harms: resources for members

This page brings together key resources on screen time and online harms to help inform conversations with families and guide clinical practice across the UK. We will continue to monitor developments and update these resources as new guidance emerges.

Digital health

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RCPCH Conference 2026 - Programme

Explore our full programme for each of the three days at this year's conference, including the plenary speakers, workshops, specialty sessions and social activities.

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RCPCH responds to Scottish Budget 2026-27

14 January 2026

The Scottish Government has published their budget for 2026-27.

Volunteering opportunity

Early Years Campaign - Clinical Lead

Closing date

16 February 2026

The Early Years Campaign is our new UK‑wide initiative launching in 2026, which will strengthen the College’s policy, advocacy and campaign work to improve outcomes for children from birth to age of five.

Health policy

Volunteering opportunity

Education and Learning Board - volunteering opportunities

Closing date

16 February 2026

Support our work in education for members, including courses and online learning resources. We are seeking an Officer for Education, Clinical Lead for Continuous Professional Development and Clinical Lead for Digital Learning.

Digital health

Continuing professional development

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RCPCH advocacy on international crises - how and in which ways we respond

The College advocates for the rights and welfare of children and child health workers affected by crises where we have the mandate, opportunity and resource to do so. As an organisation of paediatricians, predicated on the health and welfare of children and young people, our members often expect...

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Dermatology for Paediatricians: 25th annual course

22 April 2026

This course will help delegates to develop an approach to the management of common paediatric skin disorders and how to recognise rare and complex conditions that require specialist referral

Volunteering opportunity

Vice President for Education and Workforce - call for applications

Closing date

16 February 2026

RCPCH members are invited to apply for the position of Vice President for Education and Workforce. This senior Officer role works in close partnership with the President, Registrar, Treasurer, fellow Vice Presidents and College staff to advance the mission of the College, which represents more than ...

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