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Cost-of-living crisis impacting access to vital therapists for children and young people
By: RCOT
04 October, 2023
The cost-of-living crisis is making it more difficult for children and young people to access the therapies and interventions they need, say almost two-thirds (65%) of paediatric occupational therapists.
Professor Katrina Bannigan to give our 2024 Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture
By: RCOT
06 September, 2023
We’re excited to introduce Professor Katrina Bannigan as the speaker for our 2024 Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture.
Updated HCPC Standards of Proficiency
By: RCOT
10 August, 2023
All OTs must meet these standards to become registered and remain on the HCPC register.
What's in the NHS England Long Term Workforce Plan for occupational therapists?
By: RCOT
07 July, 2023
'Occupational therapists have been let down’
By: RCOT
30 June, 2023
Karin Orman, Director of Practice and Innovation, comments on the NHS England Long Term Workforce Plan.
Meet the new colourways for NHS uniforms in England
By: RCOT
25 May, 2023
Following a series of consultations, the national uniform project, led by NHS Supply chain, has come to an end.
Lack of capacity in health and care systems drives huge increase in demand
By: RCOT
18 April, 2023
Almost nine in 10 (86%) occupational therapists (OTs) reported an increase in demand for their services between November 2021 and November 2022, according to our new report. Four in five (79%) OTs believe this increase in demand is because of a lack of capacity elsewhere in the health and care system.
RCOT launches official weighted blankets guide for occupational therapists
By: RCOT
01 February, 2023
Following an increase in the public popularity of weighted blankets and concerns about their safe use, RCOT launches official guide.
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