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2025 clinical radiology workforce census report
Our census report presents a comprehensive picture of the clinical radiology workforce each year, and enables us to speak decisively about the issue.
2025 clinical oncology workforce census report
Our census report presents a comprehensive picture of the clinical oncology workforce each year, and enables us to speak decisively about the issue.
MDT Modernisation Report
Working in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, we have undertaken a review of cancer MDT working, informed by stakeholder engagement, published evidence, existing guidance, and examples of MDT innovation and improvement from across the UK and internationally.
Overcoming barriers to diagnostic AI implementation in the NHS
Following a roundtable with health system leaders in June 2026, we’ve published recommendations calling for greater clarity around how diagnostic AI is implemented, overseen and used safely in clinical practice.
Influencing the National Cancer Plan
We have published three briefings on things the NHS could do to improve cancer care with the National Cancer Plan
AI in the NHS: public attitudes and policy priorities
We have published two new reports: the findings of public polling on attitudes towards the use of AI in healthcare, and a consensus statement which outlines the work still to be done in terms of the deployment of AI in diagnostics in the NHS.
Briefing on AI to support radiotherapy auto-contouring
We have published a new briefing outlining the current use of AI-powered autocontouring software, and our support for a national programme to extend its use.
Recruitment freezes in UK imaging and cancer departments
The Royal College of Radiologists has been working to understand the extent of hiring freezes in imaging and cancer departments across the UK, following concerns raised by our members.
Resident Doctors: Leaders of the future
Our Task and Finish Group has produced guidance for trusts on how to ensure Resident Doctors acquire the skills they need to lead teams to provide safe, effective care for patients.
Diagnostics and cancer care in the devolved nations
These policy briefings outline the state of diagnostics and cancer care in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and feature specific policy recommendations.
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