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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.
7.5 million referrals on waiting lists doesn’t include mental health patients, cautions RCPsych
Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, responds to the Government's plan to reduce waiting lists for elective care in England.
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RCPsych Fellows recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours
We are delighted that RCPsych leaders have been recognised for their contributions to psychiatry and mental health in the New Year Honours list.
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RCPsych welcomes Government commitment to Mental Health Investment Standard (MHIS)
Wes Streeting MP, the Health and Social Care Secretary has told the Commons health and social care committee that he is 'committed' to the Mental Health Investment Standard.
More informationRCPsych 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.
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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.
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“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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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7.5 million referrals on waiting lists doesn’t include mental health patients, cautions RCPsych
Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, responds to the Government's plan to reduce waiting lists for elective care in England.
More information06jan by RCPsych Press Office -
RCPsych Fellows recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours
We are delighted that RCPsych leaders have been recognised for their contributions to psychiatry and mental health in the New Year Honours list.
More information31dec by RCPsych Press Office -
Accessing mental health information and support over the Christmas period
The College recognises that the Christmas period can be a difficult time for anyone, especially those affected by a mental health problem, including family, friends and carers.
More information20dec by RCPsych Digital Team -
RCPsych welcomes Government commitment to Mental Health Investment Standard (MHIS)
Wes Streeting MP, the Health and Social Care Secretary has told the Commons health and social care committee that he is 'committed' to the Mental Health Investment Standard.
More information18dec by RCPsych Press Office -
RCPsych NI statement on new strategic plan for health and social care
“While the launch of this plan has some good news for health and social care - we must not be complacent.”
More information12dec by RCPsych in Northern Ireland -
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 information03dec by RCPsych Press Office -
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 information03dec by RCPsych in Scotland -
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 information29nov by RCPsych Press Office -
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 information28nov by RCPsych Press Office -
Workforce crisis escalating mental health waiting lists in NI
A psychiatry workforce crisis is escalating mental health waiting lists in Northern Ireland.
More information15nov by RCPsych in Northern Ireland