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Empower the workforce: An �鶹��ý Wales ask of the next Welsh Government

10 October 2025

In this blog Deputy Officer for Wales, Dr Malcolm Gajraj explores the first theme of the �鶹��ý Wales manifesto: Empower the child health workforce.

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Announcing the launch of the 2026 Research Awards and celebrating the 2025 winners

8 October 2025

We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Research Awards, which recognise outstanding contributions to paediatric research. As we open applications for the 2026 awards, we also take a moment to celebrate the exceptional winners of the 2025 Research Awards.

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�鶹��ý welcomes the Senedd Health and Social Care Committee’s report on Preventing Ill-Health (Obesity)

8 October 2025

The Senedd Health and Social Care Committee have published a report calling for urgent action to tackle Wales’ obesity crisis.

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�鶹��ý provides evidence to COVID-19 Inquiry on behalf of paediatric workforce

8 October 2025

Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (�鶹��ý) President, Professor Steve Turner, will provide evidence on the impact of the pandemic on children, young people and their health services.

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

7 October 2025

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (�鶹��ý) 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 �鶹��ý is advocating nationally, supporting the paediatric workforce, and working with partners to improve outcomes for children and ...

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Understanding participation in child health research - complete our survey

6 October 2025

We want to hear from paediatricians across all grades. Our survey takes just two minutes to complete and your responses will help us to understand participation in child health research and any potential barriers - supporting a stronger future for child health.

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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 (�鶹��ý) has launched new standards for driving improvements in paediatric emergency care.

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�鶹��ý 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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�鶹��ý 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.