RCOG stands in solidarity with countries affected by conflict Collapse The RCOG stands in solidarity with women, children, and healthcare professionals in conflict zones, condemning violence and advocating for access to essential healthcare. Read our full statement
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
RCOG aligns guidance on reducing the risk of venous thromboembolism during pregnancy with the Maternity Care Bundle The RCOG has published an important position statement (interim clinical guidance) on Reducing the Risk of Venous Thromboembolism During Pregnancy and the Puerperium bringing it in line with NHS England's Maternal Care Bundle (MCB). The College is updating its current Green-top Guidance 37a and this is being led by the 37a guideline developer team. Thursday 3 September 2026
Blog: Advocating for our future workforce in the Medical Education and Training Review In our latest blog: Melanie Tipples, Vice President for Education, discusses the RCOG’s involvement in the Medical Education and Training Review (METR) and what it could mean for resident doctors. Thursday 3 September 2026
Gynaecology waits worsen for third month as demand rises, RCOG warns The latest NHS England elective data, covering June 2026, shows the gynaecology waiting list has increased for a third consecutive month, with demand via new referrals also rising significantly. Monday 17 August 2026
New report reveals continuing shifts in birth trends in Great Britain A new State of the Nation report published today by the National Maternity and Perinatal Audit (NMPA), analyses data from 593,475 women and birthing people who gave birth to a singleton baby in NHS maternity services across Great Britain in 2024 and shows continuing shifts in how babies are being born. Thursday 13 August 2026
President's Blog: August 2026 In her latest blog, Dr Wright shares highlights on the College’s focus on supporting safe maternity care, our O&G Surgical Skills Project progress and recent global activities Friday 7 August 2026
Blog: Inspiring The Next Generation Of O&G doctors In this blog, Obstetrics and Gynaecology speciality resident doctor and Co-Chair of the RCOG Careers Day, Dr Amine Nur Dincer, reflects on the event. Thursday 6 August 2026
Blog: What my Florence Blair Bell Fellowship in Cape Town taught me about obstetric critical care Dr Alice Beardmore-Gray is a Trainee in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Clinical Lecturer at King’s College London. In this blog, Alice shares her experience of the Florence and William Blair Bell Research Fellowship, which she was awarded in 2024. Thursday 30 July 2026
Waiting Before Clamping the Umbilical Cord Improves Newborn Outcomes Waiting longer before clamping a newborn baby’s umbilical cord can significantly improve health outcomes, according to an updated evidence review published today by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG). Thursday 23 July 2026
RCOG responds to Yvette Cooper's appointment as Health Secretary The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has responded to the appointment of Yvette Cooper as the new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. The College has welcomed her early commitment to prioritise maternity care, while urging her to make wider women's health a sustained funding and delivery priority. Tuesday 21 July 2026
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