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RCP welcomes announcement of Bill to prioritise UK medical graduates for training places

The Royal College of Physicians has responded to the announcement of a bill which will see UK medical graduates prioritised for training places.

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'These conditions are unacceptable': RCP responds to HSSIB report on corridor care

The Royal College of Physicians has responded to the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) report into patient care in temporary care environments.

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RCP welcomes introduction of junk food advertising regulations

Today, the government has introduced Less Healthy Advertising Restrictions, placing restrictions on the advertising and marketing of junk food and drink on television and online.

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King Charles III 2026 New Year Honours for RCP fellows

The King’s New Year Honours saw a number of RCP fellows recognised for their contributions across a range of areas including healthcare in the UK and internationally.

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A year of transformation

A new report sums up a year of tangible change and progress at the Royal College of Physicians (RCP). A year of transformation outlines how we responded to an independent learning review conducted by The King’s Fund.

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New clinical editor appointed for RCP membership magazine

Ollie Minton has been appointed as the clinical editor for Commentary, the RCP’s membership magazine.

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RCP publishes final sustainability report card of 2025

The RCP has published an updated scorecard on its progress to improve its environmental sustainability as an organisation.

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Ultra-processed food under the microscope at RCP young people’s Christmas Lecture

Last week was RCP Christmas Lecture time, and we were thrilled to welcome Dr Chris van Tulleken of Operation Ouch fame for a lively evening tackling the serious topic of ultra-processed food and its impact on health.

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Royal colleges unite in call for ‘better patient care’ and an end to fragmented services that leave people facing delays, confusion and avoidable risk

The Royal College of Physicians and the Royal College of General Practitioners have today published a joint briefing setting out practical steps to improve integration between primary and secondary care and deliver better outcomes for patients across Wales.