The Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry

The Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (@rcpsych)

[The Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry @rcpsychForensic]

Submissions for workshops and poster presentations at the 2027 RCPsych forensic faculty conference in Amsterdam are open!

Deadline for workshop entries: 03-09-26
Deadline for poster entries: 02-10-26

We look forward to another exciting programme!

[Abdul Raoof @aaraoof]

#GMC Reform Consultation

Extended deadline
ONLY 4 days to go

Please have your say on this crucial consultation

https://t.co/AqWk6ypdQN

[The Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry @rcpsychForensic]

A productive day at @rcpsych today with the executive committee discussing strategy for the year ahead….. lots of discussion around how to improve services, safety, and support the workforce.

The 2027 forensic psychiatry conference already has some excellent speakers lined up!

[Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych]

In light of the Met Office ‘risk to life’ heat warning in some parts of the UK, Dr Daniel Harwood, Chair of RCPsych’s Planetary Health and Sustainability Committee, advises that individuals with mental health conditions and taking medications including antidepressants, mood stabilising or antipsychotic medications exercise special care, as some medications may heighten vulnerability to dehydration and heat-related illness.

“I’d urge all people, but especially those with a mental illness, to make a concerted effort to stay cool and hydrated, use plenty of sun block and avoid going out during the hottest parts of the day. And if you feel physically unwell, please contact your pharmacy, mental health team or seek urgent medical advice.”

Find RCPsych guidance here: https://t.co/0mdKz0k6Y3

#heatwave

[Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych]

There is only 1 week left to submit your poster for the Faculty of Medical Psychotherapy annual conference. Submit your poster before it closes on 29 June 2026.
Submit your poster: https://t.co/psUcFlk1bh

Find further event details: https://t.co/MQQGU66mG9
#MedPsych2026

[Wendy Burn CBE @wendyburn]

#RCPsychIC @subodhdave1 gives his final report as Dean. We are training the highest number of psychiatrists ever.

[BJPsych Journals @TheBJPsych]

Prof Rohit Shankar @haritsa1 is starting their keynote 'Complex minds, complex seizures, reducing risk and saving lives' at #RCPsychIC.

Read their #BJPAdvances commentary on managing epilepsy in people with intellectual disabilities https://t.co/3jaApqqWfd

@CambUP_Psych

[SAS Psychiatrists @RCPsychSASdocs]

President handover this evening.
Thank you @DrLadeSmith
Hello @subodhdave1

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

🎉 Congratulations to our researchers recognised in the 2026 King’s Honours

We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of our colleagues whose contributions to health and social care have been recognised.

💬 As our CEO, @LucyChappell2 said: "We take immense pride in our scientists, researchers and colleagues honoured in this year's list. Their dedication spans numerous fields, and this well-deserved recognition highlights the groundbreaking, NIHR-supported research and innovation that transforms and improves lives every day."

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/jHorhK2PtG

@ManchesterBRC @LeicResearch

[Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych]

Nominations for the #rcpsychawards close THIS FRIDAY at 5PM!

Nominate any qualifying TEAMS and INDIVIDUALS in psychiatry and #mentalhealth care for their work over the past year.

Find a list of categories, rules of entry, and past winner here⬇️
https://t.co/Dyo6DVP1q2

[SAS Psychiatrists @RCPsychSASdocs]

Have you nominated your excellent SAS colleague?

We look forward to celebrating them!

[Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych]

Is there a team that has shown sustainability within psychiatry and #mentalhealth care?

Their work over the past year could qualify them for the #rcpsychawards.

Nominations close TOMORROW at 5PM! Find a list of ALL categories, rules of entry, and past winner here⬇️ https://t.co/rzIcIVRqEc

[Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych]

A vacancy has arisen for the Chair of Core Training Advisory Committee (CTAC), who will be responsible to the Education and Training Committee (ETC) for monitoring and improving training and assessment within core specialty training and advising on related issues.

For more info and a full JD: https://t.co/dlA0ANlmvv

[Choose Psychiatry @Choose_Psych]

Foundation Doctors! Applications close soon for our bursary to attend RCPsych Congress. Don't miss out, apply now: https://t.co/jK8MQFdqK3

#ChoosePsychiatry #RCPsychIC

[National Forensic Psychiatry Trainee Committee @ForensicTrainee]

Follow this link to grab your ticket today to the Annual National Forensic Psychiatry Trainee Conference!

https://t.co/AAKT7CtBfM

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

📢 Deadline extended! This year's Incubator competition is now open until 4 June 2026. Successful applicants will enter a 5-month set up phase from 1 November 2026.

Apply now: https://t.co/S89K7pLTIV

[Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych]

Our new census shows 1 in 7 consultant psychiatrist posts are vacant in England meaning there’s only 1 consultant for every 2,500 people expected to have a mental illness each year.

“We need Government to address this situation as a matter of urgency by including long-term measures to recruit and retain more psychiatrists in the upcoming workforce plan” said President @DrLadeSmith

Read more:
https://t.co/W1QFwXCwrg

[Abdul Raoof @aaraoof]

👏👏👏👏
Resident and SAS doctors’ posters and Medical students presentations were of very high quality

Congratulations everyone 👏👏👏
All are winners

Great work by @rcpsychForensic to provide such platform 👍👍

[The Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry @rcpsychForensic]

Congratulations to Dr Rachel Hodkinson, Dr Steven Gillespie, Dr Louise Robinson and Dr Alys Wyn Griffiths - winners of the poster prize for their work on caring for patients with dementia in forensic inpatient settings #rcpsychforensic26

[The Faculty of Forensic Psychiatry @rcpsychForensic]

Dr Mary Davoren closes the conference, thanking all delegates, speakers, College staff, the organising committee, and the hotel for their contributions.

We hope you all enjoyed it and hope to see you next year!

#rcpsychforensic26