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�� offers ‘Prescription for Change’ ahead of Holyrood elections

7 October 2025

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (��) has launched its manifesto for the May 2026 Scottish Parliament elections, urging the next Scottish Government to take bold, evidence-based action to improve child health across the nation.

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Navigating the future of paediatrics – President's update

6 October 2025

In his latest update, Professor Steve Turner reflects on the pressing challenges facing child health, from rising child poverty to ongoing NHS pressures. He shares how �� is advocating nationally, supporting the paediatric workforce, and working with partners to improve outcomes for children and ...

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New standards aim to reshape urgent care for children and cut A&E crowding

2 October 2025

Today, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (��) has launched new standards for driving improvements in paediatric emergency care.

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�� welcomes call for evidence for upcoming 10-year workforce plan

26 September 2025

DHSC have launched a call for evidence for NHS partners and stakeholders to support the development of the 10 Year Workforce Plan.

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�� Ireland welcomes refreshed Healthy Child, Healthy Future Framework

25 September 2025

On 25 September 2025, the Department of Health in Northern Ireland launched the renewed Healthy Child, Healthy Future 0-19 Framework.

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Welsh Government Draft Budget 2026-27 proposals - consultation response

In September 2025, we responded to the Senedd Finance Committee's Call for Information ahead of the publication of the Welsh Government's Draft Budget 2026-27.

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Small changes, big impact - President's update

22 September 2025

As clinicians it's vital we encourage young people to invest in a healthy lifestyle for their wider health. Do have a look at the resources we've developed. Steve also encourages members to sign up for an update on the upcoming Facing the Future standards and read about the work of the new Child He...

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New alliance launched in response to crisis in children’s health services

19 September 2025

25 organisations have united to help build a workforce for the healthiest generation of children ever.

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It’s back to school – President’s update

5 September 2025

Here in the UK and many parts of the world, children and young people are back at school, and the approaching autumn and winter seasons can mean things get busy for us paediatricians. The College has plenty of new resources to support your clinical and professional practice this year.

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Paediatricians welcome the expansion of Martha’s Rule

4 September 2025

Martha’s Rule is the right for patients, families and carers to request a rapid review if they are worried that their or their loved one’s condition is getting worse and their concerns are not being responded to.