Latest news

After 10 years, we’re retiring our Occupational therapy in the prevention and management of falls in adults guideline on Friday 31 January 2025

Read our Workforce Strategy action plan – Northern Ireland

RCOT signs the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging for veterans, service , and their families. Committing to fair access to services and recognizing the vital role of occupational therapy in their care.

Welcome to the January issue of OTnews!

Karin Orman, Director of Practice and Innovation at the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, comments on a new report from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) about the state of hospital care.

Celebrate and recognise your colleagues for their outstanding work

Unlock your potential and make a difference to your profession.

Recently, the Chief Allied Health Officers/Adviser in the four nations released a statement on regulation for advanced practice for allied health professionals (AHPs).

Genevieve Smyth, Professional Advisor for Primary Care at the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, comments on today’s announcement about reducing NHS waiting lists through providing more appointments.

Elaine Rutherford, a clinical specialist OT in a South Wales prison, shares her journey and insights into occupational therapy in the criminal justice system. Discover the challenges, rewards, and impact of OT in prison settings, and how it helps individuals regain independence.