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Help us shape our vision for the future of paediatrics in the UK

28 January 2020

Russell reflects on the last year since we launched Paediatrics 2040, and invites all UK members to get involved with the project by completing our new survey.

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Dr Nicola Jay, former Officer for Workforce Planning and Health Services

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Prisons report is shocking and appalling, says ��

21 January 2020

Peter Clarke, the chief inspector of prisons, has called for a “major overhaul” of the policy of separating children in young offender institutions. We support this call and we condemn unacceptable practices such as solitary confinement and the use of restraints.

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�� welcomes Northern Ireland Deal

10 January 2020

Dr Raymond Nethercott, Officer for Ireland at �� welcomes the New Decade, New Approach deal and the political parties’ commitment to prioritising health.

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State of Child Health - about

Our landmark report. published in March 2020 as a microsite with some updates in spring 2021, provides a snapshot of infant, children and young people's physical and mental health, bringing together available data across the UK.

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Public health

Research

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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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Child Health Futures - Influencing Health Policy

We develop healthcare standards and guidance to influence NHS policy and practice, ensuring that children and young people have access to high-quality, safe and effective care. Can you support us?

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Public health

News

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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Rights of migrant, refugee, stateless and undocumented children - our position (2019)

As outlined in the United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of the Child, every child has the right to voice, protection, health and education. We urge all states to recognise and realise their obligation to children's access to healthcare.

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Establishing a new public health body for Scotland - consultation response

In July 2019 �� Scotland responded to The Scottish Government's consultation on a new National Public Health body, 'Public Health Scotland'.

Primary care

Health policy

Engaging children and young people

Children and young people's voice

Public health

Service design

Models of care