The Royal College of Psychiatrists

05/10/2026

Watch RCPsych President Subodh Dave’s message to SAS psychiatrists for SAS Week 2026.

24/09/2026

Book your place for the Quality Improvement Annual Conference. The day will include a wide range of talks, including reflection on the ongoing impact and learning from the recent Culture of Care programme, including how its principles are being sustained, adapted, or scaled across services.

https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/events/conferences/detail/2026/10/12/default-calendar/quality-improvement-conference-2026

23/09/2026

We are delighted to announce that Dr Natasha Hobbs-Lakin has been elected as Chair of the Psychiatric Resident Doctors’ Committee (PRDC) for the upcoming year. She will be supported by Vice Chairs Dr Harry Waterman and Dr PJ Wang who have been re-elected to the positions. Our PRDC Officers are now working on their strategy for the next year, making sure Resident Doctors across the UK are represented within RCPsych and that training continues to improve.

We would like to thank Dr Nermeen Ahmed, the outgoing Chair, for all her work over the past year.

22/09/2026

Introducing “Subodh on the Road” 🛣️

Episode 1: In our brand new series, our President, Professor Subodh Dave, updates on a busy period interviewing candidates, and explains why closing the gap between evidence and everyday clinical practice is at the heart of his agenda.

Fancy a chat with Subodh? He wants to hear from you, whether that’s an invite to your Board, your Medical Staff Committee, or a question for Question Time.

15/09/2026

The College is seeking two sustainability scholars to contribute to the RCPsych Planetary Health and Sustainability Committee. Applications for this role closes on 25 SEPTEMBER.

CLICK to read the full job description and apply ➡️ https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/members/posts-for-members/detail/sustainability-scholars

08/09/2026

Book now for the Digital Psychiatry Special Interest Group conference, taking place online NEXT FRIDAY.

The conference will explore the growing role of digital technology in psychiatry, examining its impact, opportunities, challenges, and future directions.

For full event details: https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/events/conferences/detail/2026/09/18/default-calendar/digital-psychiatry-sig-annual-conference-2026

03/09/2026

📢 Bookings are now open for the International Certificate in Dementia

As dementia prevalence continues to grow worldwide, healthcare professionals need the knowledge and confidence to deliver high-quality assessment, diagnosis and care.

Our new International Certificate in Dementia is a fully online programme designed to support professionals across the dementia pathway, from understanding risk factors and early diagnosis through to managing complex presentations, behavioural symptoms, ethical considerations and end-of-life care.

Key Information:
- 📍 100% online, the flexible structure allows participants to study part-time while balancing professional commitments
- 🖥️ 14 self-directed eLearning modules
- 📅 2 mandatory expert-led live webinars in November 2026 and January 2027
- 💡 Practical learning that can be applied in everyday clinical practice
- 🌍 For psychiatrists worldwide and other healthcare professionals working with people affected by dementia

🔗 Find out more and secure your place: International Certificate in Dementia:

This certification course draws on the comprehensive content of the International Diploma in Older Adults’ Mental Health and is tailored for both UK-based and international psychiatrists. It will be delivered in a flexible webinar and self-directed learning format, similar to the Public Mental Hea...

25/08/2026

RCPsych has welcomed the Government's ambition to end rough sleeping in England.

Homelessness and mental illness are inextricably linked. Mental illness can be both a cause and a consequence of homelessness. While access to safe and secure accommodation is fundamental to good mental health, lasting change requires timely access to mental healthcare alongside support for physical health, substance misuse, employment, benefits and social care where needed.

Read our full response from RCPsych President Professor Subodh Dave: https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/news-and-features/latest-news/detail/2026/08/21/plans-to-address-rough-sleeping-in-england-welcomed-by-rcpsych?

Professor Subodh Dave, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists has welcomed the Government's commitment to offer everyone sleeping rough in England a route off the streets this winter.

19/08/2026

RCPsych President Professor Subodh Dave has issued a statement addressing some of the issues raised in Channel 4's new documentary titled 'The Great ADHD Myth?'.

Professor Dave said: “The way we speak about neurodevelopmental conditions really matters. It can fuel harmful stigma experienced by people living with the condition and risk discouraging people from seeking the support and treatment they need."

Read the full statement here:

President Professor Subodh Dave comments on a new documentary about ADHD.