Latest news

Here you'll find our press releases, our official responses to external events and other news from around the College.

We also have dedicated news pages for our Devolved Nations (Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales/Cymru) and the CCQI.

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RCPsych comments on vote for assisted dying Bill in England and Wales

A total of 330 MPs have voted in favour of moving the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill through to the next stage of the legislative process in Westminster while 275 have voted against it.

More information Statement / comment
29nov by RCPsych Press Office
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Children’s mental health crisis deepens: severe shortage of psychiatrists to meet growing demand

Our analysis found that the number of children and young people accessing treatment for mental health conditions in England has risen by 27% in just three years.

More information Press release
28nov by RCPsych Press Office
“The Mental Health Bill is a step in the right direction but there is still work to be done” – Royal College of Psychiatrists
“The Mental Health Bill is a step in the right direction but there is still work to be done” – Royal College of Psychiatrists

Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, says plans to modernise the Mental Health Act represent an historic opportunity to improve the lives of people with mental illness.

More information Press release
06nov by RCPsych Press Office
Mental health services must receive fair share of NHS funding boost, says RCPsych
Mental health services must receive fair share of NHS funding boost, says RCPsych

Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, responds to the Chancellor's Autumn Budget.

More information Statement / comment
30oct by RCPsych Press Office
Dr Alastair Palin
Leading Scottish psychiatrist given lifetime achievement award

A top Aberdeen psychiatrist has received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in significantly improving patient care.

More information Scotland news, Press release
29oct by RCPsych in Scotland
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“We look forward to contributing to the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan which must deliver an NHS fit for the future” says RCPsych President

Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, has welcomed the launch of the Government's consultation for its 10 Year Health Plan.

More information Statement / comment
23oct by RCPsych Press Office
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Ruby Wax and Jo Brand join forces with Stephen Fry and Alastair Campbell to back award-winning mental health campaign #ChoosePsychiatry

We've launched a new campaign to encourage medical students and newly qualified doctors to #ChoosePsychiatry and help people with severe mental illness live a fulfilling life.

More information Press release
15oct by RCPsych Press Office
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Government has a unique opportunity to create a humane environment for those seeking asylum

Our new College Report highlights how the Government has the opportunity to reform the immigration system while ensuring the mental health of those seeking sanctuary in the UK is protected.

More information Press release
14oct by RCPsych Press Office
87,000 people with a severe mental illness have died from preventable physical health conditions in three years
87,000 people with a severe mental illness have died from preventable physical health conditions in three years

For World Mental Health Day, the Royal College of Psychiatrists is calling on the Government to take urgent action to close the mortality gap between people with severe mental illness (SMI) and the rest of the population.

More information Press release
10oct by RCPsych Press Office
New report outlines impact of drug deaths on families and children in Scotland
New report outlines impact of drug deaths on families and children in Scotland

A new report by Public Health Scotland has highlighted the impact of drug deaths on children and families.

More information Scotland news, Press release
09oct by RCPsych in Scotland
  • Psychiatric Trainees’ Committee votes to use ‘resident doctor’ title
    Psychiatric Trainees’ Committee votes to use ‘resident doctor’ title

    The College will begin referring to postgraduate doctors in training as 'resident doctors' following a vote by the PTC.

    More information Statement / comment
    03dec by RCPsych Press Office
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    Statement on latest Scottish CAMHS waiting times

    Ahead of the Scottish Budget - RCPsych in Scotland is calling on the Scottish Government to keep their own promise to commit 10% of the total NHS spend towards mental health and 1% for CAMHS.

    More information Scotland news, Press release
    03dec by RCPsych in Scotland
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    RCPsych comments on vote for assisted dying Bill in England and Wales

    A total of 330 MPs have voted in favour of moving the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill through to the next stage of the legislative process in Westminster while 275 have voted against it.

    More information Statement / comment
    29nov by RCPsych Press Office
  • Woman playing with child
    Children’s mental health crisis deepens: severe shortage of psychiatrists to meet growing demand

    Our analysis found that the number of children and young people accessing treatment for mental health conditions in England has risen by 27% in just three years.

    More information Press release
    28nov by RCPsych Press Office
  • MHSIP Speciality Networks
    Workforce crisis escalating mental health waiting lists in NI

    A psychiatry workforce crisis is escalating mental health waiting lists in Northern Ireland.

    More information Northern Ireland news, Press release
    15nov by RCPsych in Northern Ireland
  • New poll reveals most Scots still think there is stigmatisation around severe mental illness
    New poll reveals most Scots still think there is stigmatisation around severe mental illness

    A YouGov poll of 1067 people from across Scotland, revealed three quarters (72%) think there is a problem with stigmatisation of severe mental illness (SMI).

    More information Scotland news, Press release
    13nov by RCPsych in Scotland
  • “The Mental Health Bill is a step in the right direction but there is still work to be done” – Royal College of Psychiatrists
    “The Mental Health Bill is a step in the right direction but there is still work to be done” – Royal College of Psychiatrists

    Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, says plans to modernise the Mental Health Act represent an historic opportunity to improve the lives of people with mental illness.

    More information Press release
    06nov by RCPsych Press Office
  • Drug and drink deaths in Scotland still among Europe’s worst despite new funding
    Drug and drink deaths in Scotland still among Europe’s worst despite new funding

    A national mission on drug deaths was announced in 2021 and last year spending increased to £161.1 million – more than double the figure from 2014.

    More information Scotland news, Press release
    31oct by RCPsych in Scotland
  • Mental health services must receive fair share of NHS funding boost, says RCPsych
    Mental health services must receive fair share of NHS funding boost, says RCPsych

    Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, responds to the Chancellor's Autumn Budget.

    More information Statement / comment
    30oct by RCPsych Press Office
  • Dr Alastair Palin
    Leading Scottish psychiatrist given lifetime achievement award

    A top Aberdeen psychiatrist has received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in significantly improving patient care.

    More information Scotland news, Press release
    29oct by RCPsych in Scotland