Independent practice and the direction ahead
By: Jou Yin Teoh, RCOT Professional Advisor for Independent Practice.
22 April, 2026
First-year anniversary reflections from Jou Yin Teoh, RCOT Professional Advisor for Independent Practice.
Find what you need faster
By: RCOT
22 April, 2026
We’re improving search on the RCOT website to help you find guidance, resources and key information more easily. This new approach is shaped by member feedback and is being rolled out in phases, with your input helping to refine it further.
Council proposal on membership fees – what it means and your FAQs
By: RCOT
11 May, 2026
Council is proposing a small change to RCOT membership fees, to be voted on at the BAOT AGM on 25 June 2026. Read the rationale, what’s changing by membership type and the FAQs.
Parliamentary debate on Allied Health Professionals – opportunity to speak up for occupational therapy
By: RCOT
17 April, 2026
On Thursday 23 April, Parliament will hold a debate on the value and future of Allied Health Professionals (AHPs).
Life as an occupational therapist beyond the NHS: Finding my feet in social care
By: Tess Heaffey – Occupational Therapist
16 April, 2026
Tess Heaffey shares her journey as an occupational therapist moving beyond the NHS into social care, exploring transferable skills, innovation and impact at scale.
Updated Learning and development standards for pre-registration education launched
By: RCOT
15 April, 2026
We’ve published our revised Learning and development standards for OT pre-registration education, strengthening occupation, inclusion and quality.
Workforce planning: why it matters – and how every OT can play their part
By: RCOT
01 May, 2026
In this blog, the RCOT Workforce Team highlights why workforce planning is a shared responsibility for occupational therapists. It introduces new RCOT workforce planning resources that support OTs to understand demand, use evidence confidently, and influence workforce decisions — helping build sustainable, future‑ready services.
Driving as an occupation – the conversation is open
By: Jennifer Peak – Professional Lead and Highly Specialist Community Occupational Therapist
17 April, 2026
In this thoughtful blog, Jennifer Peak opens a conversation about driving as a meaningful occupation and invites you to join the discussion.
From Alexa to Autonomy: Why Technology Belongs in Every OT Toolkit
By: Chloe Bromhead
09 April, 2026
In this insightful blog, Chloe Bromhead, AI and Technology Lead for RCOT’ Social Care Network reflects on how everyday technology can unlock independence, dignity and meaningful occupation. Inspired by personal experience and grounded in social care practice, this piece explores how Technology Enabled Care has moved from “nice to have” to an essential part of modern occupational therapy — empowering practitioners and transforming lives in surprisingly simple ways.
Updates from our Policy and Practice Team – March 2026
By: Your Policy and Practice Team
01 April, 2026
Our March policy and influencing highlights show how we’re keeping occupational therapy visible across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.