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Find out what RCOT is influencing in England and across the UK and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

Find out what RCOT is influencing in Wales and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

Find out what RCOT is influencing in Scotland and across the UK and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

Find out what RCOT is influencing in Northern Ireland and what it means for the profession and the people it supports.

Discover how occupational therapy can help young people who are NEET overcome trauma, build confidence and find meaningful pathways into education, employment and fulfilling lives.

RCOT has welcomed the announcement of a new Occupational Therapy Earn and Learn (EAYL) pilot programme, designed to create a flexible route into the profession for healthcare support workers and help address workforce challenges across Scotland's rural and island communities.

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Introducing our 2026 Fellowship and Merit Award recipients. Congratulations to everyone and thank you to all those who nominated.

We are always looking for ways to demonstrate the power of occupational therapy to key stakeholders and decision makers.

RCOT members can now read the Aug/Sep 2026 issue of OTnews. Log in to access expert insight, occupational therapy news and exclusive member content.

RCOT remains committed to advancing occupational justice, promoting health and wellbeing, and supporting approaches that enable people to live meaningful and purposeful lives, even in the most challenging circumstances.

RCOT responds to consultation about proposed new contracting models to support neighbourhood health services in England.