Dr Simon Clark was RCPCH Vice President for Policy from March 2019 to March 2022.
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We must draw attention to the health inequalities exposed by the pandemic
24 February 2022
After a decade of leadership at the College, Simon Clark prepares to leave his latest role as Vice President for Policy. He offers some considerations for the incoming VP in this post-pandemic period, such as child protection, air quality and the child health workforce.
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Keeping the family occupied in lockdown
26 August 2020
For Dr Simon Clark spending lockdown with his family presented an activity and entertainment challenge. How do you keep everyone occupied when your normal routine is limited? Here he explains the games, activities and resources he used to keep everyone healthy and happy.
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New Child Protection Portal: a brilliant resource for a sad subject
16 June 2020
It is with some sadness that I can announce that the College’s excellent resources on child protection are now available in a bespoke website.
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What's been happening in health policy over the summer?
24 September 2019
Returning to work after a relaxing summer holiday, Simon muses on what's been happening at the College - from our calls to preventing ill health to safeguarding support, and considers how he can play his part in the upcoming careers campaign.
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What we are doing to improve child health and make the NHS a great place to work
24 April 2019
Simon introduces himself and his priorities as your new VP for Policy. He highlights College work, including the State of Child Health report update and new resources for better patient data, and reflects on paediatrics as a remarkable career.