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The College Conference in Glasgow is just around the corner, with over 1,600 delegates already registered. This update reflects on the history of College meetings, including the 1934 conference, and how things have evolved since then.

When Steve joins events around the country, he’s reminded that coming together as communities of child health professionals is so important – for friendship as well as education. And, the College has been doing lots around public affairs on equal protection for children from assault, supervised toot...

In our recent Council meeting, we honoured the memory of Dr Jean Bowyer, a passionate advocate for child health. The RCPCH continues to uphold her legacy through international examinations, training, and humanitarian programs.

Since a recent visit to India, Steve considers some shared issues in paediatrics and child health around the world. The College has done lots of thinking about what's needed in England through our blueprint, response to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill and work on the 10 Year Health Plan - ...

Pulling it all together through the lens of our new strategy.

Steve's update focuses on the changing nature of the medical workforce according to the latest GMC report and our vital work to support paediatricians.

Steve asks members to help make the case for children in the Westminster government's public consultation on the NHS in England. Plus, we've updated our principle statement on supporting LGBTQ+ children and young people and won an award for our digital growth charts.

The UK Government’s Tobacco and Vapes Bill provides us with an opportunity to meet one of our goals in the newly published College Strategy, and we're speaking with MPs to support the measures.

Steve wants your help to bring the College and members closer together. We’re also celebrating the disposable vape ban announcement and are excited to introduce our new RCPCH Strategy 2024-27. Plus Conference 25 registration is now open!

Steve reflects on what Lord Darzi's report means for members and healthcare services, and encourages you to think about what you would improve in your service if given the chance. There is also an update on PA's, an invitation to take part in a digital skills survey and much more.