Governance and regulation

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A manifesto for Wales - why now and why not you?

17 April 2025

The Senedd election in Wales is next May. So what better time, suggests Officer for Wales Dr Nick Wilkinson, to help ensure child and adolescent health and wellbeing top the list for debate? Here's how members in Wales can engage with our recently published manifesto.

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Board of Trustees response to AGM 2025

7 April 2025

Following the passing of a member-submitted motion at the College’s 2025 AGM, the Board of Trustees has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting children’s rights in Gaza.

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AGM 2025

2 April 2025

On 27 March we held our Annual General Meeting at RCPCH Conference in Glasgow. Members voted on two items and received reports from the Chair of Trustees, the President, Treasurer and CEO.

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College statement Tuesday 4th February 2025  

4 February 2025

Please find below an updated statement from the RCPCH in response to a press conference held by Lucy Letby’s legal team on Tuesday 4th February 2025.  

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End of the year update from the President

20 December 2024

Pulling it all together through the lens of our new strategy.

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RCPCH responds to Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

18 December 2024

Paediatricians welcome the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill but call for more focus including on equal protection from assault and child poverty.

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Miscellaneous amendments to sentencing guidelines - consultation response

In November 2024 we submitted our response to the consultation on changes to the Miscellaneous amendments to sentencing guidelines 2024, as published by the Sentencing Council (‘the Council’). You can download the full consultation response below.

Governance and regulation

Health policy

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RCPCH 2016 reviewers to provide evidence to Thirlwall Inquiry

5 November 2024

Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) will be providing evidence to Thirlwall Inquiry on 7 November 2024.

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James Siswick, Independent Trustee

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RCPCH investment policy

The RCPCH has annual income in excess of £15m per year with expenditure of a similar size. The College reserves and cash balances have increased in recent years. This policy sets out how these balances can be invested.

Governance and regulation