'We need to make sure that it’s [technology] used in the right way for the benefit of people and communities.' – Suhailah Mohamed Read our full comment on the King's Fund report released today: loom.ly/hdiU0HM

'The government needs to look at the system as a whole in relation to what communities need.' – Suhailah Mohamed, Head of Practice and Workforce. Read our full comment on the government's proposed recruitment of 1000 more GPs this year: loom.ly/VebOP24

🎉 We are thrilled to announce a historic milestone for the College of Paramedics! On July 9, 2024, the Great Seal was officially affixed, bringing the Royal Charter of Incorporation into legal effect! Stay tuned as we continue this exciting journey together! 🚑🙌 #ParamedicsUK

'Occupational therapy was essential to me to get patients back into their own homes and staying in their own homes.' Dr. Caroline Taylor, Chair of NAPC, offers advice for occupational therapists considering working in primary care. loom.ly/s_-_lt8

Huge congratulations to OT, Dr Lisa Ledger (Dr Lisa Ledger Assistant Director-AHPs NIHR) on being appointed National Institute for Health and Care Research's new Assistant Director of Allied Health Professions! 🎉 'It is fantastic to see Dr Ledger trailblazing the way for occupational therapists.' – Gillian Ward loom.ly/6fWC15A

I shared my AHP career story with Solving Together Share your too and inspire others to join an #AlliedHealthProfessions Career - a universe of endless possibilities youtu.be/nJKv15IyO-I?si…

Free Friday treats for RCOT members!! Time to talk menopause and OT. Join me and the brilliant Jo Gaffney ⁦Jo Gaffney⁩ celebrating World Menopause Day on 17 Oct- book now! RCOT EDB insights: OTs supporting menopause for World Menopause Day - RCOT rcot.co.uk/events/rcot-ed…

📋 Complete this survey and help improve placements for all learners: loom.ly/mjctoQg We want to better understand the enablers and barriers to practice-based learning education, so if you're involved in practice–based education, we want to hear from you!

The violent and racist riots we have witnessed in towns and cities across the UK over recent days are deplorable. We condemn those seeking to sow division and violence in our society.

Hatred in all its forms, has no place in modern Britain, and we stand together with all our staff, members and partners who have been affected by these recent events, and are offering support.

If these riots are affecting members in the workplace, please reach out to our Professional Advisory Service for advice: loom.ly/g15Yk7Y.

Call for Submissions! 📢 "Holding the Space: Shining a Light on Black Academics" conference University of Westminster on January 15, 2025. Scholars, students, and practitioners are welcome to submit by September 16. Details below BAMEOTUK Dr. Blaine Robin PhD Kwaku Agyemang Sherrille (Adwoa) 🇬🇭 🇬🇧 Evelyn Mensah - Friends call me Evie RT

RCOT members affected by the recent racist and Islamophobic riots in the UK are invited to join our reflection session. The session will be hosted by Odeth Richardson: she/her/hers and Savania China, Head of Inclusion and Involvement. Learn more and book now: loom.ly/q9-7h_s

Get to know our Council members! 👋🏾 We're excited to welcome Dr. Sureshkumar Kamalakannan (Sureshkumar K) as Council Member, International Affairs! His commitment to elevating the profile of OT and RCOT on a global scale was a driving force behind his decision to join Council.

Read about Prabha Vijayakumar's journey to becoming National Chief AHP Information Officer for NHS England and how her South Asian heritage continues to weave its way through everything she does, both professionally and personally. loom.ly/8qjE_hw #SAHM24

Happy Birthday to our Patron, HRH The Princess Royal. 🎂 Photo from her visit to Plumptre Hall in Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, earlier this year, where we held a joint event hosted by us and Nottingham West Primary Care Network.

Inside your August's OTnews. 📰 We have features on sea swimming and cold water therapy as meaningful occupations, introducing an occupational formulation network, updates from RCOT and more! 💚 Read it here: loom.ly/QsRrJAY

Not sure where to start with your CPD portfolio? Or maybe you'd just like tips on getting the most out of it? 🤔 Join our upcoming webinar to hear from members about how the CPD portfolio is transforming their approach to CPD recording. 🤩 Book now: loom.ly/JEY05Xg

Alongside other membership bodies, we've been calling for independent prescribing rights for OTs and other professionals. See below an update from the #PrescribingNow coalition.