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30 April 2024
Get up to £5,000 for your innovation or improvement projects with our Innovation Seed Fund
Through our Innovation Hub we aim to create an environment where occupational therapists can learn from each other and share and access a database of real-world service innovation evidence, all with...
19 April 2024
Fit notes must not be used in isolation - comment from Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Commenting on the UK Prime Minister's announcement about welfare reforms and the use of fit notes, RCOT Head of Practice and Workforce, Suhailah Mohamed, said: 'Fit notes are a key tool used by...
15 April 2024
This April's issue of OTnews
Welcome to the latest edition of OTnews! In this issue we dive into RCOT’s Workforce Strategy, our Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture and the celebration of environment and sustainability, among other features.
15 April 2024
Greener AHP week returns for the second time
As part of the continued commitment to support the NHS reaching net zero carbon emissions, and to coincide with #EarthDay (22 April), the Greener Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) are launching Greener AHP week (22–26 April) for the second year.
11 April 2024
We oppose HCPC proposed 6% fee increase
The Health & Care Professions Council have launched a consultation on proposed changes to the fees they charge registrants and applicants. They are proposing a 6% increase on the current fee which means if approved, the new annual registration fee will be £123.34 and would come into effect from 2025 to 2027.
11 April 2024
The NHS needs major reform - comment from Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Commenting on research by the University of Bath which found almost half of NHS workers have looked for jobs outside of the health service, Director of Practice and...
28 March 2024
Letter to the First Minister of Wales
26 March 2024
This March's OTnews update
This month, we have features focusing on World Sleep Day, Endometriosis Action Month and assistive technology and inclusive design:
21 March 2024
Don’t downplay mental health – comment from Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Commenting on Work and Pensions Secretary, Mel Stride’s comments about ‘mental health culture’, RCOT Head of Practice and Workforce, Suhailah Mohammed, said: ‘We need to be...