RCPsych in Wales news

Read key updates for psychiatrists working in Wales.

Draft Dementia Strategy for Wales 2026-2036
Draft Dementia Strategy for Wales 2026-2036

RCPsych in Wales welcomes the Welsh Government’s launch of a consultation on a new Draft Dementia Strategy for Wales.

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17dec by RCPsych Wales
Announcing the RCPsych Wales National Young Person's Mental Health Research Award 2025/26
Announcing the RCPsych Wales National Young Person's Mental Health Research Award 2025/26

The Young Person's Mental Health Research Award is an initiative by the Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales to promote research, innovation, and awareness of Mental Health problems across Wales.

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03dec by RCPsych in Wales
Mental Health Bill given the green light by MSs
Mental Health Bill given the green light by MSs

RCPsych Wales welcomes the Senedd’s unanimous decision to grant legislative consent to the UK Government’s Mental Health Bill.

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17oct by RCPsych Wales
New poll reveals Welsh public think lack of education, stigma and misconceptions around severe mental illness remain a "big problem"
New poll reveals Welsh public think lack of education, stigma and misconceptions around severe mental illness remain a "big problem"

Three quarters of the Welsh public believe a lack of education and awareness around severe mental illness (SMI) is a big problem, new research has revealed.

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10oct by RCPsych Press Office
RCPsych in Wales pleased to welcome new SAS Network representatives
RCPsych in Wales pleased to welcome new SAS Network representatives

We're delighted to announce the appointment of SAS Network representatives across Local Health Boards.

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20aug by RCPsych in Wales
Returning to Techniquest for a unique conference
Returning to Techniquest for a unique conference

On the 14 November, we’ll be returning to Techiquest as part of the RCPsych in Wales 20 year celebrations.

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13aug by RCPsych in Wales
Artwork commissioned to mark key milestone
Artwork commissioned to mark key milestone

RCPsych in Wales commissions original artwork by Rhiannon Roberts to celebrate its 20th anniversary.

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22may by RCPsych in Wales
Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy for Wales 2025-2035
Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy for Wales 2025-2035

RCPsych Wales welcomes the Welsh Government’s new Strategy to improve mental health and wellbeing over the next 10 years.

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01may by RCPsych in Wales
Senedd Election 2026
Senedd Election 2026

RCPsych Wales launches manifesto for the 2026 Senedd election as party conference season gets underway.

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27mar by RCPsych in Wales
RCPsych Wales responds to call for evidence on the Mental Health Bill
RCPsych Wales responds to call for evidence on the Mental Health Bill

Update on the Senedd's scrutiny of the UK Government's Mental Health Bill.

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19feb by RCPsych in Wales
  • Draft Dementia Strategy for Wales 2026-2036
    Draft Dementia Strategy for Wales 2026-2036

    RCPsych in Wales welcomes the Welsh Government’s launch of a consultation on a new Draft Dementia Strategy for Wales.

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    17dec by RCPsych Wales
  • Announcing the RCPsych Wales National Young Person's Mental Health Research Award 2025/26
    Announcing the RCPsych Wales National Young Person's Mental Health Research Award 2025/26

    The Young Person's Mental Health Research Award is an initiative by the Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales to promote research, innovation, and awareness of Mental Health problems across Wales.

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    03dec by RCPsych in Wales
  • Defnyddia dy Gymraeg (Use your Welsh)
    Defnyddia dy Gymraeg (Use your Welsh)

    We are pleased to support the Welsh Language Commissioner’s Defnyddia dy Gymraeg (Use your Welsh) campaign.

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    28nov by RCPsych in Wales
  • Mental Health Bill given the green light by MSs
    Mental Health Bill given the green light by MSs

    RCPsych Wales welcomes the Senedd’s unanimous decision to grant legislative consent to the UK Government’s Mental Health Bill.

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    17oct by RCPsych Wales
  • New poll reveals Welsh public think lack of education, stigma and misconceptions around severe mental illness remain a "big problem"
    New poll reveals Welsh public think lack of education, stigma and misconceptions around severe mental illness remain a "big problem"

    Three quarters of the Welsh public believe a lack of education and awareness around severe mental illness (SMI) is a big problem, new research has revealed.

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    10oct by RCPsych Press Office
  • The NHS 111 press 2 journey across continents
    The NHS 111 press 2 journey across continents

    In partnership with the Learned Society of Wales, we are delighted to be hosting a unique roundtable event exploring the NHS 111 press 2 journey across continents.

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    16sep by RCPsych in Wales
  • RCPsych in Wales National Young Persons Mental Health Research Award 2024/25
    RCPsych in Wales National Young Persons Mental Health Research Award 2024/25

    We are delighted to announce Jess Groves as this year’s winner!

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    05sep by RCPsych Wales
  • RCPsych in Wales pleased to welcome new SAS Network representatives
    RCPsych in Wales pleased to welcome new SAS Network representatives

    We're delighted to announce the appointment of SAS Network representatives across Local Health Boards.

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    20aug by RCPsych in Wales
  • Returning to Techniquest for a unique conference
    Returning to Techniquest for a unique conference

    On the 14 November, we’ll be returning to Techiquest as part of the RCPsych in Wales 20 year celebrations.

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    13aug by RCPsych in Wales
  • Recruitment open for Second Opinion Appointed Doctors
    Recruitment open for Second Opinion Appointed Doctors

    Health Inspectorate Wales (HIW) have opened recruitment for Second Opinion Appointed Doctors.

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    03jun by RCPsych in Wales