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UK Remembrance Day
By: RCOT
11 November, 2026
UK Remembrance Day is an opportunity to recognise and reflect on the lives and experiences of those who have served, those serving today, and the families and communities connected to them.
Supporting early career occupational therapists to thrive: Insights from practice
By: Dr Michaela Higginson - Education Enhancement Advisor
11 November, 2026
In this blog, Sophie McLean, Occupational Therapist, Jeanete Higham, Occupational Therapy Degree Apprentice, Angela Alty and Nicola Thornton, Clinical Lead Occupational Therapists, reflect on the services, policies, processes and practice within their workplace that support the wellbeing of the early career occupational therapy workforce. Challenges are acknowledged, but through an intentional and multi action approach their reflection shows what can be achieved.
This article is part of our wellbeing collection focusing on early career, sharing real-world insights and examples of what can make a meaningful difference to wellbeing, belonging and professional growth.
AI-powered search is now available
By: RCOT
10 November, 2026
Following a phased rollout, testing and refinement, our new AI-powered search is now available.
Occupational therapy is the profession of participation
By: RCOT
04 November, 2026
RCOT has published a new informed view setting out why occupational therapists are experts in enabling participation.
RCOT calls for action on growing occupational therapy waiting lists ahead of Northern Ireland Assembly election
By: RCOT
03 November, 2026
RCOT has launched its Northern Ireland Election Manifesto, calling on the next Executive to cut waiting times, strengthen the occupational therapy workforce and improve access to occupational therapy support.
OT Week 2026: Participation Changes Everything
By: RCOT
02 November, 2026
As the recognised experts in helping people take part in everyday activities whilst living with disability, after illness, trauma or an accident, the UK’s 48,000 occupational therapists are this week (2–9 November) celebrating the success of this increasingly important branch of healthcare.
Response to the APPG on AHPs call for evidence: neighbourhood health
By: RCOT
29 October, 2026
The key points from our response to the APPG on Allied Health Professions call for evidence: neighbourhood health
Wales/Cymru policy and public affairs update – October
By: Paul Smith – Policy and Public Affairs Lead (Wales)
28 October, 2026
Find out what RCOT is influencing in Wales and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.
UK and England policy and public affairs update – October
By: Joe Brunwin – Head of UK Policy and Practice
28 October, 2026
Find out what RCOT is influencing in England and across the UK and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.
Scotland policy and public affairs update – October
By: Katie MacGregor – Policy and Public Affairs Lead (Scotland)
28 October, 2026
Find out what RCOT is influencing in Scotland and across the UK and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.
Northern Ireland policy and public affairs update – October
By: Cliona McSherry – Policy and Public Affairs Lead (Northern Ireland)
28 October, 2026
Find out what RCOT is influencing in Northern Ireland and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.
From diagnosis to participation: reflections from the launch of the Independent Review
By: Dr Sally Payne
19 October, 2026
I recently attended the launch of the Independent Review into Autism, ADHD and Mental Health with Professor Fonagy, Chair of the Review, and Alison McGovern, Minister of State for Social Care and Mental Health.
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