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Children and young people’s Professional Advisor at the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, Dr Sally Payne, comments on the Education Select Committee’s SEND report.

The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has submitted a response to the Department of Health and Social Care’s consultation on Palliative and End of Life Care (PCEoLC), highlighting the vital role Occupational Therapists (OTs) play in supporting people to live towards the end of their lives.

Summary of this month's articles in OTnews.

The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has announced Lilli, leaders in home care monitoring technology, as its first ever gold partner.

Joseph Brunwin, RCOT UK Policy and Public Affairs Manager, reflects on the lessons learned after the collapse of healthcare equipment provider, NRS

We’re updating the OTnews publishing schedule as part of our commitment to sustainability and delivering value. 

This September, we’re thrilled to relaunch #OTalk on the RCOT Communities platform – a space for occupational therapists to connect, reflect and grow together.

Your monthly round-up of our policy and public affairs activity for August 2025.

Originally published in OTnews (August 2025), Emma shares some expert insights on preparing for HCPC's CPD audit and getting the best out of your CPD portfolio.

Occupational therapists working in Local Authority social work in Scotland will be included in the scope of the Social Work Partnership established by the Scottish Government.

Blog about how we're supporting our members following the collapse of NRS Healthcare, a major equipment provider.