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Supporting our doctors: refreshed resources and guidance

We've refreshed our support hub for O&G doctors: confidential peer support, wellbeing resources and guidance through challenging times

Tuesday 30 June 2026

New National Maternity Triage Specification set by NHS England building on RCOG guidance

The RCOG welcomes the publication of the National Maternity Triage Specification by NHS England this week, which is built on the College’s Maternity Triage Good Practice Paper.

Friday 10 July 2026

RCOG publishes update to clinical guidance on Placenta Praevia and Placenta Accreta Spectrum

The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has published an updated Green Top Guideline on the diagnosis and management of Placenta Praevia and Placenta Accreta Spectrum. The updated guidance reflects considerable advances in clinical understanding since the last edition was published in 2018.

Tuesday 30 June 2026

RCOG responds to the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation

RCOG responded to the final report from the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, chaired by Baroness Amos. College President calls for the national report to mark the turning point, moving from investigation to action, backed by significant government investment.

Tuesday 30 June 2026

Blog: Using lived experience to drive better maternity care

In this blog, Sarah Fisher reflects on her experience of being a member of the National Maternity and Perinatal Audit Women and Families Involvement Group.

Thursday 25 June 2026

RCOG responds to Welsh Government investment of £145 million to address waiting lists

The RCOG has responded as the Welsh Government announces a significant £145 million funding uplift for NHS Wales to address waiting lists and strengthen long-term healthcare capacity across the country.

Wednesday 24 June 2026

RCOG President restates the College’s resolute commitment to supporting system-wide maternity improvements

The final report on Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust maternity services by Donna Ockenden’s investigation team published today (Wednesday 24 June).

Wednesday 24 June 2026

RCOG response to remarks by Professor Flint on LBC Radio

The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) was extremely disappointed to hear the remarks made by Professor Caroline Flint on LBC radio on Sunday 14 June.

Tuesday 16 June 2026

RCOG responds to independent review of Scottish Maternity services

The Scottish Government has announced an independent review of maternity services in Scotland, to be chaired by Professor Christine McCourt.

Tuesday 16 June 2026

Blog: Equity is Patient Safety

In a new blog, Dr Erum Khan shares her reflections on the Health Services Safety Investigations Body and NHS Race and Health Observatory briefing on Bias and Discrimination in Patient Safety Investigations.

Monday 15 June 2026