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04/08/26
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If we want better training, we must support supervisors

In this next generation blog, Dr Nikesh Patel, consultant geriatrician at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, describes his research to explore the experiences of new consultants supervising resident doctors who require extra support, and what he learned about the gaps in training, system support and the risk of burnout.
Blog
03/08/26
The Spine

The story of RCP at The Spine

A recent RCP Update in medicine conference in Liverpool gave me an opportunity to revisit The Spine, the RCP’s home in the North. It is a wonderful venue with beautiful views of Snowdonia, the Lake District and the Pennines.
News
03/08/26
Doctors In Corridor

RCP removes membership fees for foundation doctors

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has announced that membership will be free for foundation doctors, removing fees for doctors at the earliest stage of their physician careers.
News
31/07/26
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RCP expresses concern over MHRA decision not to regulate all automated voice technologies as medical devices

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has expressed concern following the UK government’s announcement that the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) will not classify all automated voice technologies (AVTs) used in healthcare as medical devices.
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31/07/26
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Ending overseas doctor placements would be a loss for global health, says RCP

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has responded to a story in The Guardian about the closure of the Medical Training Initiative (MTI) scheme.
News
30/07/26
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RCP welcomes UK government’s commitment to social care reform

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has welcomed the prime minister's decision to bring forward the Casey Commission's timetable, warning that delays in addressing the social care crisis continue to put pressure on patients staff and the NHS.
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30/07/26
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RCP responds to GMC fitness to practise data annual report

The Royal College of Physicians has responded to the GMC's annual fitness to practise report, highlighting the need for a modern, proportionate regulatory framework that protects patients, supports public confidence and enables concerns to be resolved fairly and efficiently.
Blog
27/07/26
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Spotlight on local innovation – bringing specialist care closer to home in South Tyneside and Sunderland

In April 2026, the RCP visited South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust to hear from clinicians about the innovation shaping patient care across the region. Executive medical director and consultant physician Dr Shaz Wahid discusses the trust’s approach to bringing specialist care closer to home through innovation, integration and clinically led service improvement.
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24/07/26
Memcom Excellence Awards 2026

RCP shortlisted for national award for next generation campaign

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has been shortlisted for a 2026 Memcom Excellence Award in the Best Lobbying Campaign category for its next generation campaign, recognising the college’s work to amplify the voices of resident doctors and secure action on the future of UK medical training.