RCSLT - Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
This is the official podcast of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists - RSCLT. We were established on 6 January 1945 to promote the art and science of speech and language therapy – the care for individuals with communication, swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties.We are the professional body for speech and language therapists in the UK; providing leadership and setting professional standards.We facilitate and promote research into the field of speech and language therapy, promote better education and training of speech and language therapists and provide information for our members and the public about speech and language therapy.
RCSLT - Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
RCSLT November News Podcast - Irma Donaldson
The November news podcast for the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, guest starring new chair Irma Donaldson.
Irma talks about what motivates her and her journey to being the chair.
She describes her vision for the profession and also some of the big challenges it faces.
Derek gives an update on key things which are happening right now including:
- Covid Inquiry in Scotland
- Mental Health Bill in England
- Northern Ireland RCSLT member event attended by two ministers
- Curriculum review
Vicky called for examples of ways to reduce waiting lists for children and young people’s services. If you have examples for ways to reduce waiting lists for children and young people's services, or improve the waiting experience, please get in touch with Izzy Pompova (izzy.pompova@rcslt.org) or submit directly here: forms.office.com/pages/responsepa…u&route=shorturl
Resources:
The “snowy white peaks” of the NHS: a survey of discrimination in governance and leadership and the potential impact on patient care in London and England.
R. Kline, 2014 www.mdx.ac.uk/__data/assets/pdf_…of-the-NHS.pdf.pdf
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This interview was conducted by Vicky Harris, Head of Learning at The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and features Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT. It was produced and edited by freelance producer, Jacques Strauss.
Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.
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