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�鶹��ý welcomes the vast number of child health professionals recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

16 June 2026

On 12 June, his Majesty the King announced his Birthday Honours List for 2026, which included �鶹��ý members and those from the child health workforce.

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Health Bill: Shaping NHS reform for children, young people and the paediatric workforce

12 June 2026

Last week, MPs debated the UK Government’s new Health Bill, also known as the NHS Modernisation Bill. The proposed reforms represent a significant reshaping of how decisions are made, services are delivered, and patient voice is heard across the NHS.

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Dr Yincent Tse elected as College Vice President for Education and Workforce

5 May 2026

We are delighted to welcome Yincent as our incoming VP following the latest membership election, as Dr Jonathan's Darling tenure comes to a close.

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'Leading the way' episode 10: Leading through advocacy and collaboration, with Kay Tyerman

22 April 2026

In this episode, Jonathan spoke with Dr Kay Tyerman, a paediatric nephrologist, about her vast career and journey to leadership. Kay’s approach to leadership is rooted in advocacy and collaboration, qualities that are essential in shaping effective health systems.

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Investing in child health means investing in Scotland's future

20 April 2026

Dr Linsey McVey, �鶹��ý Trainee Representative for the West of Scotland, speaks about �鶹��ý Scotland’s manifesto, The Prescription for Change, and outlines why investment in child health must be a priority ahead of the 2026 Holyrood election.

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A Q&A with our new Co-Officers for Wales

2 April 2026

Dr Dana Beasley and Dr Lizzy Nickerson talk about their priorities, motivations and hopes in their new role as Co-Officers for Wales. Read below to learn more about what they aim to achieve together and why their leadership matters for child health in Wales.

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Dr Dana Beasley and Dr Lizzy Nickerson appointed �鶹��ý Co-Officers for Wales

2 April 2026

They will provide senior leadership for the College’s work across Wales, championing children and young people’s health, supporting members and shaping policy and practice alongside partners across the NHS, Government and the wider sector.

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�鶹��ý responds to report on long discharge waits for children in hospital

24 March 2026

The Children’s Commissioner has published a report showing children are left waiting for discharge from hospital because of inconsistent community health service, delays with housing or care packages and shortages of specialist placements.

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�鶹��ý responds to Medical Training Prioritisation Act

6 March 2026

On 5 March 2026, the Medical Training Prioritisation Bill received royal assent and is expected to apply to the 2026 medical specialty recruitment rounds, affecting both foundation and specialty recruitment processes.

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Dr Lynn Macleod appointed �鶹��ý Officer for Scotland

4 March 2026

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Lynn Macleod as the new Officer for Scotland.