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Welcoming new members and looking ahead - President’s update

24 May 2024

Steve reflects on the recent Membership Ceremony in Manchester where members, fellows, family and friends gathered to celebrate new paediatricians. There is also information on all the ways to get involved at the College and an update on the recently announced UK General Election.

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Announcing our new Registrar - President's update

10 May 2024

In his second ever President’s message, Steve welcomes RCPCH’s new Registrar. He also shares highlights from representing the College to the MPs on the Tobacco and Vapes Public Bill Committee, discusses the rise in whooping cough cases and introduces members to the new regular feature, What Does You...

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Dr Jan Dudley elected as RCPCH Registrar

9 May 2024

RCPCH is pleased to announce Dr Jan Dudley as new College Registrar.

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RCPCH improves diversity data collection of membership resulting in a dramatic increase in engagement

8 May 2024

Until recently, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health had a full diversity profile of about 9% of our membership. Following a data collection improvement, we now have a diversity profile of 68%.

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RCPCH responds to NHS latest measures to improve working conditions for doctors

29 April 2024

NHS England has pledged to enhance choice and flexibility with rotas, while reducing payroll errors and the financial burden of course fees.

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Dr Geoffrey Hatcher obituary (1927-2024)

26 April 2024

Dr Hatcher is remembered by Professor Warren Lenney as a wonderful teacher and an astute clinician with a great sense of humour.

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My goals as I begin my RCPCH presidency - President's update

23 April 2024

In his first update as RCPCH President, Professor Steve Turner outlines his priorities for the College and notes recent developments in the world of child health and paediatrics, including the Cass Review, a consultation from the GMC, your opportunity to vote for College Registrar and updates to our...

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EDI Member and volunteer data

We are committed to reporting on data collected through our diversity monitoring form on an annual basis. This page provides a snapshot of member, volunteer and senior volunteer data on seven protected characteristics, as well as caring responsibilities. We have also included demographic data of RCP...

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RCPCH responds to NHS Practitioner Health announcement

16 April 2024

RCPCH has responded to news about the NHS Practitioner Health announcement and calls for the mental health and wellbeing of NHS staff to be a priority focus for NHS decision makers into the future.

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Announcing the 2024 national PAFTA winners

8 April 2024

Every year the College recognises the very best in paediatric training across the UK. Three amazing members were announced as winners at RCPCH Conference in the categories for Junior Trainee (ST 1-3), Senior Trainee (ST 4-7) and Educational Supervisor.