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Thank you to everyone who shared their views to shape our next strategy. One thing is clear, we must represent the profession and speak with authority.

A May update on the UK's policy and public affairs, highlighting key developments affecting occupational therapy and the wider health and social care landscape. Find out what RCOT is influencing in England and across the UK and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

A May update on Northern Ireland's policy and public affairs, highlighting key developments affecting occupational therapy and the wider health and social care landscape. Find out what RCOT is influencing in Northern Ireland and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

A May update on Scotland policy and public affairs, highlighting key developments affecting occupational therapy and the wider health and social care landscape. Find out what RCOT is influencing in Scotland and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

A May update on Wales/Cymru policy and public affairs, highlighting key developments affecting occupational therapy and the wider health and social care landscape. Find out what RCOT is influencing in Wales and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

June is Pride Month – a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ people, communities and history.

The Young People and Work interim report recognises that too many young people face inconsistent access to practical support, including occupational therapy.

We've opened consultation on our draft occupational therapy practice guideline for dementia. We're inviting OTs and others with relevant insight to review the guidance and share feedback on how well it supports prevention, participation and living well for people affected by dementia.

In partnership with the National Academy for Social Prescribing (NASP), we’ve developed new guidance supporting OTs to work effectively with social prescribing link workers – helping to deliver more joined-up, person-centred care across communities.

The Royal College of Occupational Therapists has written to the Financial Times to challenge how occupational therapists were represented in recent coverage of fit note reform.

Nominations are now open for the RCOT Early Researcher and Early Innovator Prizes 2026, recognising outstanding final-year occupational therapy research and service improvement projects. Submit your nomination by 28 June to celebrate emerging talent.

Council elections 2026 are now open – vote to shape BAOT and RCOT leadership, with voting closing on 23 June 2026. Learn how to vote, explore candidate information, and find out how the AGM and election outcomes impact members.