Safeguarding

Volunteering opportunity

Education and Learning Board: Clinical Lead roles

Closing date

26 October 2026

This board works with our Education and Professional Development team to develop and deliver the RCPCH education portfolio. We are currently looking for three Clinical Leads: on CPD, Exam Preparation and Safeguarding Courses.

Continuing professional development

Examinations

Safeguarding

Resource

Improving help and child protection: revised framework - consultation response

In September 2026, RCPCH responded to the Department for Education (DfE) consultation on the proposed revised framework for help and child protection. In our response, we welcomed proposals to strengthen children's voices and multi-agency safeguarding arrangements, while calling for greater recognit...

Resource

Statutory guidance for information sharing duty - consultation response

In July 2026, RCPCH responded to the Department for Education (DfE) consultation on the proposed statutory guidance for the information sharing duty introduced in the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act. Our response focuses on the need for clear, consistent and practical guidance that supports pro...

Health policy

Safeguarding

News

RCPCH responds to UK government ban on social media for under 16s

15 June 2026

The UK government has announced new rules to protect children online, including a social media ban for under 16s, restrictions on live streaming and greater restrictions for under 18s on engaging with strangers online.

News

Colleges engage DHSC on mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse duty

1 May 2026

RCPCH leads Royal College letter to Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Wes Streeting MP regarding measures for a mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse (CSA) duty in England.

News

Shining a light on child health progress - President's update

23 February 2026

In this edition, Steve shares important policy wins, workforce and service priorities, and new resources for members alongside opportunities to get involved and amplify your voice for children and young people.

News

'Leading the way' episode 8: Strategic leadership in safeguarding, with Dr Vicki Walker

18 February 2026

All child health professionals, no matter their role, must have knowledge and skills in safeguarding and as a designated doctor in child protection, Vicki has particular leadership experience in this area. Jonathan introduces the latest episode from our leadership podcast series.

News

RCPCH responds to evidence review of The Children (Abolition of Defence of Reasonable Punishment) (Wales) Act 2020

18 December 2025

The Welsh Government have published evidence on the impact of abolishing the ‘reasonable punishment’ defence and protecting children from physical punishment.

Course

A general paediatrician’s guide to common ano-genital presentations (Level 3)

29 April 2026

London

Paediatricians working in a range of clinical settings may encounter children with ano-genital conditions that require effective management. In some cases, there may be indications of suspected sexual assault and it is important that the required safeguarding actions are taken. This one day in-pe...

Safeguarding

Child protection

Sexual abuse

News

Celebrating members, thanking leaders and shaping our future - President's update

17 November 2025

Last week’s membership ceremony in Edinburgh gave us a moment to celebrate our newest Members and Fellows, and to bid a fond farewell to our CEO, Rob Okunnu, as he moves on after nearly 7 years at the College.