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In this insightful blog, Natasha Kay, AI and Technology Lead for RCOT’s Inclusive Built Environments network, reflects on the importance of communication and introduces Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for people who cannot rely on speech. She outlines the meaningful role occupational therapists can play in supporting AAC, from understanding communication tools to modelling good communication practice in sessions.

RCOT unveils a six‑step plan to strengthen community OT, grow and plan the workforce, modernise data and tech, support research and embed sustainability – delivering earlier support and better outcomes across Scotland.

We’re aware that the new Netflix documentary, ‘The Investigation of Lucy Letby’, includes an incorrect reference to occupational therapy.

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been meeting occupational therapists across the UK, in person and virtually, to listen first, learn fast and develop my thoughts on how we can keep improving the way RCOT represents you.

We’ve submitted evidence to the Alan Milburn Review on youth unemployment, setting out why occupational therapists must be part of the solution.

Discover how occupational therapists lead holistic Care Act assessments, strengthen prevention and support independence in adult social care.

As part of Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT campaign, we want to make the vital prevention and early intervention work you deliver in social care impossible to overlook.

Calling children’s OTs in the UK – especially in schools. Share your insights in our 10 minute survey by Monday 2 March 2026.

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s, or simply treating yourself to a quiet night in, cosied up with a good read. And what better companion than a book (or article) that speaks to the heart of occupational therapy?

A new All-Party Parliamentary Group for Allied Health Professionals has been registered.

This month we cover OT’s role in the first 1,000 days report, progress on WorkWell, Northern Ireland’s draft multi‑year budget consultation, Senedd elections and the CAHPO campaign in Wales, plus the Scottish Budget 2026–27. Scan the highlights, note the key dates and add your voice where it matters.

Dr Lynda Foulder-Hughes, Consultant Psychotherapist, Occupational Therapist (Psychotherapeutic Occupational Therapist) and author, shares what her role as a Psychotherapeutic Occupational Therapist means, why it matters and the wider context impacting the work of both OTs and Psychotherapists in the UK.