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Statement on schools re-opening
22 May 2020
RCPCH, along with the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, responds to the debate about re-opening schools.
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Professional bodies’ response to government advice for pregnant women to reduce social contact
17 March 2020
Royal Colleges respond to new coronavirus guidance for pregnant women.
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We need to take a public health approach to youth violence—it’s not just a criminal matter
9 March 2020
Knife crime gets a lot of attention in the UK press and we should take this worrying trend seriously. But we should also remember that it’s only part of the story. In reality, stab wounds make up a small proportion of the total hospital admissions attributed to violent incidents, and much of the med...
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Growing evidence linking indoor air pollution and respiratory problems in children
28 January 2020
A joint report by RCPCH and the Royal College of Physicians suggests we need to do more to improve the quality of our indoor air.
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Government must defend and protect rights of child refugees, says RCPCH
16 January 2020
Our President Professor Russell Viner comments on the Dubs amendment to protect child refugees from family separations.
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RCPCH welcomes Northern Ireland Deal
10 January 2020
Dr Raymond Nethercott, Officer for Ireland at RCPCH welcomes the New Decade, New Approach deal and the political parties’ commitment to prioritising health.
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The political landscape has shifted: Time now for action on health commitments
18 December 2019
Our President Russell Viner reflects on last week’s UK General Election result and shares some early thoughts about what it means for the NHS, our members, and children and young people.
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Our manifesto for the next UK government (2019) - view from the President
13 November 2019
With the UK general election on the horizon, we have an opportunity to make our case, explains Russell, for urgent action on the challenges facing both our workforce and the children and young people we support.
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HFSS advertising aimed at children on Broadcast Media - consultation response
In 2018 the RCPCH replied to an open call for evidence on food advertising aimed at children from the Committees of Advertising Practice (CAP).
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The Future Doctor: Call for Evidence - consultation response
In September 2019 we responded to a call for evidence from Health Education England on The Future Doctor – What do the NHS, patients and the public require from 21st-century doctors?