College and profession

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 has appointed five independent advisors to a new Advisory Group designed to strengthen strategic oversight and bring external expertise into the organisation’s governance.

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.

The Chief Allied Health Professions Officer (CAHPO) Awards recognise the contribution allied health professionals make to patient care, celebrate good practice and showcase innovation across the professions.

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 TUC Cymru Congress, the Royal College of Podiatry will call for a shorter NHS working week in Wales, better workplace support for women and stronger protections against abuse directed at healthcare staff.