In this blog, Jill Martin explores why AI isn't a replacement for OT in treating mental health disorders.

For real change in children's services, we need legislation on prevention. Karin Orman explores the idea.

This year’s Occupational Therapy (OT) Week – 3–9 November – will start a year-long campaign, called Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT, which will aim to shift the focus from crisis-driven care to prevention-focused approaches.

We’ve published the draft Professional standards of practice, conduct and ethics for occupational therapy – and we want to hear what you think. Our Standards set out what safe, effective and ethical practice looks like for every one of our members – wherever they work, whatever the scope and at every career level. They underpin professional judgement, reflect our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging and help you meet the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) requirements.

A joint statement from several professional bodies and trade union partners, including RCOT, to strengthen, value and develop the allied health professions support workforce across the UK.

Following our major website refresh, we’ve continued to enhance your digital experience and further improve our website's functionality. We’re now starting work on our Digital Library pages – making it even easier for you to find and access e-books, journals and databases.

In this blog, Lucy Webber, a Children’s Community Occupational Therapy Lead and Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner, shares her experience of stepping into the role of OT Advanced Practitioner.

We’re saddened by the attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue in Manchester. Hatred has no place in our communities. We know that events like this can heighten fear for both Jewish and Muslim communities. We stand with everyone affected and we’re committed to supporting safe, respectful and inclusive spaces where people feel they belong.

After 10 years, we’re retiring our Hand and wrist orthoses for adults with rheumatological conditions guideline on Tuesday 30 September 2025.

Discover the key health and social care announcements from the 2025 Labour Party Conference in Liverpool – including NHS Online, neighbourhood health pilots, the £500m Fair Pay Agreement for social care and Labour’s 10-Year Workforce Plan consultation.