ROYAL COLLEGE OF PODIATRY

From careers outreach and growing the workforce, to digital transformation, governance reform and global research influence, 2025 and 2026 have been years of significant organisational change for the Royal College of Podiatry. This long-read is a look at the work the College is doing to modernise and to strengthen its support for members and the profession.

From careers outreach and growing the workforce, to digital transformation, governance reform and global research influence, 2025 and 2026 have been years of significant organisational change for the Royal College of Podiatry. This long-read is a look at the work the College is doing to modernise and to strengthen its support for members and the profession.

From careers outreach and growing the workforce, to digital transformation, governance reform and global research influence, 2025 and 2026 have been years of significant organisational change for the Royal College of Podiatry. This long-read is a look at the work the College is doing to modernise and to strengthen its support for members and the profession.

From careers outreach and growing the workforce, to digital transformation, governance reform and global research influence, 2025 and 2026 have been years of significant organisational change for the Royal College of Podiatry. This long-read is a look at the work the College is doing to modernise and to strengthen its support for members and the profession.
Feature of the week
Hassan Isat trained in podiatry in South Africa, qualifying from Johannesburg University in 1999. He now works in private practice in Nottinghamshire as owner and lead podiatrist at West Bridgford Podiatry. Hassan is passionate about helping patients stay active and mobile, often reminding them that their feet are their foundation – and that they only get one pair for life.
Evidence in Practice is a new regular series from The New Podiatrist bringing together clinicians and researchers to highlight new evidence and explore what it could mean for day-to-day practice. This month, the team explores three studies examining movement, function and rehabilitation. From foot orthoses and balance to whether common strengthening exercises are really doing what we think they are.
Evidence in Practice is a new regular series from The New Podiatrist bringing together clinicians and researchers to highlight new evidence and explore what it could mean for day-to-day practice. This month, the team explores three studies examining movement, function and rehabilitation. From foot orthoses and balance to whether common strengthening exercises are really doing what we think they are.
At this year’s Disabled Workers’ Conference, the Royal College of Podiatry spoke about the issue of non-visible and persistent pain conditions in the workplace and called for earlier interventions, flexible working and properly implemented adjustments.
At this year’s Disabled Workers’ Conference, the Royal College of Podiatry spoke about the issue of non-visible and persistent pain conditions in the workplace and called for earlier interventions, flexible working and properly implemented adjustments.
Using images from the internet without permission can expose businesses to costly copyright claims. Here’s what podiatrists and small business owners need to know to protect themselves.
Using images from the internet without permission can expose businesses to costly copyright claims. Here’s what podiatrists and small business owners need to know to protect themselves.
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Members of the Royal College of Podiatry assembled for the organisation’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday, considering resolutions on member communications and branch activity funding, alongside receiving reports on the College’s work during the past year.
From careers outreach and growing the workforce, to digital transformation, governance reform and global research influence, 2025 and 2026 have been years of significant organisational change for the Royal College of Podiatry. This long-read is a look at the work the College is doing to modernise and to strengthen its support for members and the profession.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that selected batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
The Royal College of Podiatry's second symposium at the 21st Malvern Diabetic Foot Conference attracted a full audience as researchers presented the latest evidence on offloading, gait and footwear interventions for people living with diabetes.
Members of the Royal College of Podiatry working on the Isle of Man have voted to accept a three-year pay offer from Manx Care linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Isle of Man.
The Royal College of Podiatry has appointed five independent advisors to a new Advisory Group designed to strengthen strategic oversight and bring external expertise into the organisation’s governance.
Members of the Royal College of Podiatry assembled for the organisation’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday, considering resolutions on member communications and branch activity funding, alongside receiving reports on the College’s work during the past year.
From careers outreach and growing the workforce, to digital transformation, governance reform and global research influence, 2025 and 2026 have been years of significant organisational change for the Royal College of Podiatry. This long-read is a look at the work the College is doing to modernise and to strengthen its support for members and the profession.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that selected batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
The Royal College of Podiatry's second symposium at the 21st Malvern Diabetic Foot Conference attracted a full audience as researchers presented the latest evidence on offloading, gait and footwear interventions for people living with diabetes.
News & commentary
Healthcare professionals are being advised that selected batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that selected batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
The Royal College of Podiatry's second symposium at the 21st Malvern Diabetic Foot Conference attracted a full audience as researchers presented the latest evidence on offloading, gait and footwear interventions for people living with diabetes.
The Royal College of Podiatry's second symposium at the 21st Malvern Diabetic Foot Conference attracted a full audience as researchers presented the latest evidence on offloading, gait and footwear interventions for people living with diabetes.
Members of the Royal College of Podiatry working on the Isle of Man have voted to accept a three-year pay offer from Manx Care linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Isle of Man.
Members of the Royal College of Podiatry working on the Isle of Man have voted to accept a three-year pay offer from Manx Care linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Isle of Man.
The Royal College of Podiatry has appointed five independent advisors to a new Advisory Group designed to strengthen strategic oversight and bring external expertise into the organisation’s governance.
The Royal College of Podiatry has appointed five independent advisors to a new Advisory Group designed to strengthen strategic oversight and bring external expertise into the organisation’s governance.
The government has announced a £3.2 million expansion of an NHS musculoskeletal programme in England after pilot sites reduced long waits for care. The move shows a growing policy focus on community-based care, prevention and helping people remain in work.
The government has announced a £3.2 million expansion of an NHS musculoskeletal programme in England after pilot sites reduced long waits for care. The move shows a growing policy focus on community-based care, prevention and helping people remain in work.
Diana Scott-Brown has been re-elected to the TUC Cymru General Council for a third consecutive term and will continue as Chair of the TUC Cymru Equalities Committee. Meanwhile, Royal College of Podiatry member Marie Laurent has been re-elected to the TUC Disabled Workers’ Committee for 2026–2027.
Diana Scott-Brown has been re-elected to the TUC Cymru General Council for a third consecutive term and will continue as Chair of the TUC Cymru Equalities Committee. Meanwhile, Royal College of Podiatry member Marie Laurent has been re-elected to the TUC Disabled Workers’ Committee for 2026–2027.

















