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RCPCH responds to Scottish Budget 2026-27
14 January 2026
The Scottish Government has published their budget for 2026-27.
Scotland
Volunteering opportunity
Education and Learning Board: Officer for Education - volunteering opportunities
Closing date
You will lead the College’s education and professional development strategy, chairing the Education and Learning Board to drive high‑quality courses, digital learning, CPD and international educational support for paediatricians, both in the UK and internationally.
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Welcoming in the new year - President's update
12 January 2026
Steve reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing child health at the start of the new year, from winter pressures to progress in vaccination and public health. He also highlights the importance of clinical Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ, opportunities to get involved and celebrate our members as the College ma...
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Thrive Paediatrics: National report 2025
The RCPCH Thrive Paediatrics programme explores how to prioritise the wellbeing of the child health workforce while addressing underlying workplace challenges, with best practice examples, resources and community networks. Our national report, published in December 2025 and available to download bel...
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RCPCH responds to BMI statistics for Scotland
17 December 2025
Public Health Scotland has published its annual Primary 1 Body Mass Index (BMI) statistics for the 2024–25 school year. Public Health Scotland has published its annual Primary 1 Body Mass Index (BMI) statistics for the 2024–25 school year.
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Greener paediatrics: Policy context
The NHS is legally committed to achieving Net Zero, but structural and workforce barriers hinder progress. This policy context page explores the roles of government, NHS bodies, Royal Colleges, and clinicians in delivering sustainable healthcare that protects children’s health today and secures a gr...
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Reflecting on 2025 and looking to the new year - President's update
16 December 2025
As winter pressures intensify and the health landscape continues to shift, we reflect on a year of meaningful progress, collective achievement and continued advocacy for children and young people.
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Paediatricians urge parents in Scotland to get their children vaccinated against flu this winter
9 December 2025
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has produced a flu vaccine fact sheet for parents and carers in Scotland.
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Advocacy wins, momentum and what comes next - President's update
1 December 2025
Over recent months, RCPCH has been at the forefront of major progress for paediatrics and children and young people across the UK.
Course
Talk, Trust Treat: Getting adolescent and young adults health right (in person) - February
13 February 2026
Want to ensure your services and health support are engaging for adolescents and young adults? Not sure how to adapt your approach for the needs of this age range? In this one-day course, you'll gain a greater understanding of the needs and barriers to care for adolescents and young adults.