Skip to main content

Media Centre

Latest press releases

  1. Mon
    18
    May
    2026

    Cut above the rest: Winners crowned in RCS England’s surgical skills showdown

    Two South East England based surgeons, Calvin Chan and Runzhi Chen, have been crowned the winners of the Royal College of Surgeons of England ‘s (RCS England) surgical skills competition, with 12 teams competing from across the UK this past weekend.
  2. Thu
    14
    May
    2026

    Surgeons: Waiting‑time target met, but capital investment needed to sustain progress

    With data published today showing that the NHS has met its interim target of 65% of patients starting treatment within 18 weeks by March 2026, the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England) has said this progress is a testament to the hard work of NHS staff and the impact of recent reforms. Changes to outpatient pathways and new waiting list initiatives are beginning to deliver real improvements for patients.
  3. Wed
    29
    Apr
    2026

    Surgeons respond to DHSC News: 'Next generation to be smoke-free as Tobacco and Vapes Bill becomes law'

    Mr Tim Mitchell, President of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England), said: “This legislation is a once in a lifetime opportunity to finally end the scourge of smoking. "

Background briefings