Royal College of Psychiatrists

College welcomes new President and Dean

Dr Lade Smith CBE passed the chains of office to new College President Professor Subodh Dave last night, and Professor Nandini Chakraborty became College Dean.

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New women's mental health strategy

The College has launched Women's Mental Health Matters, a strategy for 2026-2031 to transform the mental health care women receive throughout their lives.

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President Professor Subodh Dave with former President Dr Lade Smith — College welcomes new President and Dean

New women's mental health strategy

Improving the lives of people with mental illness

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CCQI

College Centre for Quality Improvement

NCCMH

National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health

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World Cup 2026 excitement can hide serious harms of gambling, warns RCPsych

The Royal College of Psychiatrists is warning all football fans to be aware of the risks associated with gambling as the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 begins.

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04Jul by RCPsych Press Office

RCPsych in NI comments on Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry Report

RCPsych in NI has issued a statement in response to the final report of the Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry.

RCPsych in Northern Ireland news, Statement / comment

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18Jun by RCPsych Press Office

Goodbye and thank you Lade, welcome Subodh and Nandini!

Last night (Tuesday) we said a fond farewell and thank you to Dr Lade Smith CBE after three incredible years, and bid a wonderful welcome to Professor Subodh Dave as President and Professor Nandini Chakraborty as College Dean.

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17Jun by RCPsych Digital Team