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RCPCH responds to the Thirlwall Inquiry report

15 September 2026

On Tuesday 15 September, Lady Justice Thirlwall published the Thirlwall Inquiry report.

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Paediatricians fear that children in Wales may become ‘unhealthiest generation in decades’.

9 September 2026

New data analysis shows children’s health in Wales is declining, with poorer outcomes in oral health, asthma and mental health, alongside some of the worst obesity rates in the UK.

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Children’s health in Northern Ireland in ‘shocking decline’ warn paediatricians

7 September 2026

Children in Northern Ireland are experiencing worsening outcomes in areas such as obesity, mental health, asthma and even infant mortality.

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An interview with Dr Thomas Isaac, inaugural winner of the Williams Syndrome Cooper Bursary 2025

7 September 2026

In 2025, we launched the Williams Syndrome Cooper Bursary, a new research award established in collaboration with the Williams Syndrome Foundation. The bursary recognises the best scientific paper relating to paediatric learning disability that has been published or accepted for publication within t...

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RCPCH responds to Scottish Programme for Government 2026 to 2031

3 September 2026

This Programme for Government sets out the Scottish Government's agenda for the next five years, supported by annual delivery plans to monitor progress and implementation.

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RCPCH and leading health organisations ask MPs to back the Babies Bill

3 September 2026

Ahead of the Infants, Parents and Carers (Babies) Bill second reading tomorrow, 4 September, healthcare professionals are asking MPs to support the Bill and champion the role of health in the first 1,001 days.

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Building strong foundations in the first 1,001 days: The new "Babies Bill"

3 September 2026

Tomorrow, MPs will debate a new Bill in the House of Commons that seeks to protect in law the services provided for infants, parents and carers. In this blog, RCPCH's Early Years Clinical Lead, Dr Saras Hosdurga, explains why the College is calling on MPs to support the Bill, and what more is needed...

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Sharp rise in children as young as six attending A&E in mental health crisis, RCPCH analysis reveals

2 September 2026

New analysis by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) reveals an unacceptable rise in the number of children and young people attending Emergency Departments in England with mental health concerns, with the sharpest increase amongst children between six and nine.

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Your Paediatrics, Your Future: Improve your wellness at work

28 August 2026

To celebrate our 30th birthday, we asked members of the paediatric community to reflect on their experiences and share their stories, including one piece of advice to improve your wellness at work.

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RCPCH's Royal Charter at 30 years

28 August 2026

In 1992, members of the British Paediatric Association (BPA) voted to apply for a charter to become a Royal College. This blog explores the explores the story behind the Royal Charter and its significance for the College.