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Latest press releases
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Tue9Dec2025
New guidance demands robust training and governance as robotic surgery rolls out across NHS hospitals
The Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England) has issued new guidance urging NHS Trusts to strengthen training and tighten governance for surgeons performing robotic procedures, amid growing use of the technology in operating theatres. -
Tue25Nov2025
Dental surgeons: ‘Milkshake tax’ is a win for dental and public health
Responding to the Government’s announcement that they are expanding the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to include milk-based drinks and lowering the threshold from 5g to 4.5g of sugar per 100ml, Dr Charlotte Eckhardt, Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (FDS) at the Royal College of Surgeons of England said: "After years of campaigning, we welcome the Government’s decision to extend the Soft Drinks Industry Levy..." -
Thu13Nov2025
Surgeons: Investment and flexibility ‘key’ to cutting waiting times as NHS under mounting pressure
The Royal College of Surgeons of England is calling on the government to ensure NHS Trusts have the flexibility to make the capital investments needed to expand capacity and modernise infrastructure, so patients can receive timely care.