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Members' eNewsletters

Our two eNewsletters contain all the latest goings-on from across the College, including stories from our Faculties, Divisions and Devolved Nations, as well as College initiatives such as CCQI, NCCMH and more.

We aim to send the main eNewsletter on the last Thursday of every month, with the shorter Members' update going out on the second Thursday.

May 2025 eNewsletter

Influencing the national agenda

The College made headlines this month, with its views on assisted dying in England and Wales, and our concerns about proposals to transfer police powers to doctors under the Mental Health Bill reform.

Treasurer elections: watch the hustings, place your vote

Members, Fellows and Specialist Associates can make their choice for the next Treasurer until 18 June. Find out more about the candidates and watch a recording of the recent hustings event.

Two weeks left to nominate for RCPsych Awards

Nominations for the RCPsych Awards close in two weeks. We want to hear from you about the excellent work individuals and teams UK-wide and globally have been doing. See the categories and submit your nomination.

Special Committee on Human Rights (SCHR)

The College has a Special Committee on Human Rights. Find out what they do, read their new eNewsletter, and sign up to stay in touch with their updates.

RCPsych NI welcomes extra core training places

The Department of Health has announced a new package of investment in Northern Ireland’s Health and Social Care workforce supporting the creation of five new psychiatry training posts.

Accreditation for our patient resources

The College’s mental health patient information resources have been awarded the Patient Information Forum’s prestigious PIF Tick for the third year running, indicating our information is produced to the highest possible standard.

Don’t miss the Rainbow SIG conference

Members have just two weeks to book their places at the Rainbow Special Interest Group’s in person conference – find out why it is not to be missed.

Improving LGBTQ+ health across the Commonwealth

The College welcomed Fellows from across the British Commonwealth as part of an initiative to improve the health and welfare of LGBTQ+ people in these countries.

Book your place at International Congress

There are still savings to be made on the full price tickets for this summer’s hugely awaited International Congress in Wales - isn’t it time you booked your place?

Compassionate and Relational Care (CARC)

Members interested in booking places on the Compassionate and Relational Care Learning Programme will be interested in a change to the date for the Dialogical Practice module.

Chief Executive's blog (members only)

RCPsych Chief Executive Sonia Walter discusses 'Community' – the theme for this year's Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 – and how it plays a pivotal role in how we understand, access, and deliver mental healthcare.

Past eNewsletters and updates

Psychiatrist Support Service (PSS)

The Psychiatrists' Support Service (PSS) provides free, rapid, high quality peer support by telephone to psychiatrists of all grades who may be experiencing personal or work-related difficulties.
Find out more about the PSS