Public affairs and campaigning

Steve shares his reflections on the recent King’s Speech, and how the College will support the new government to deliver on its promises to children and young people. There's also a link to our new podcast on measles, and a chance to nominate colleagues who have made an outstanding contribution to c...

We want the new Government to take bold action on child poverty, health inequalities, equal protection and air pollution. We'll work with you, our members, to influence all MPs on our priorities, including support for the paediatric workforce. Steve outlines the College's plans.

Steve reflects on the UK General Election and highlights key Labour party manifesto commitments relating to child health. He also congratulates Dr Hilary Cass on her peerage, and there are chances for you to get involved in two important College surveys.

Dr Mike McKean, Vice-President for Policy, outlines the child health focus points of the three largest parties’ (in England) 2024 manifesto pledges on child health and the NHS workforce. And notes that whatever the next government, RCPCH will work hard to put your voice at the centre.

The General Election has prompted children and young people across the UK to identify their child health priorities for candidates and the new UK Government. This page has youth-led information to share with your groups of children and young people, which will help inspire the candidates to prio...

Steve reflects on his first ten weeks as RCPCH President, emphasises the importance of child health in the forthcoming General Election, updates us on new whooping cough resources and how you can get involved in the College's work.

Following our open letter signed by over 2,000 paediatricians and healthcare professionals, the UK government and devolved administrations have confirmed the delivery of two new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programmes, for older adults and during pregnancy for infant protection. Rea...

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.

It has been confirmed that the Tobacco and Vapes Bill has not been included in ‘wash-up', the set of bills expedited through Parliament before the next general election.