Shaping the future of podiatry
On behalf of our members, we lobby and campaign on issues affecting you and the profession. We ensure that our members' views are heard loud and clear by politicians, policymakers and the public.
Stepping forward together
Campaigning
We ensure that podiatry is high on the political agenda, through influencing Ministers, government arm's length bodies and policymakers. Raising the profile of podiatry is a priority for the College.Learn more about our campaigning
Consultations
We regularly consult with members about College policies. As an organisation, we feed into consultations in all four nations on clinical, regulatory and public policy matters that affect podiatry and lower limb health.
Inspiring
We work to raise awareness and aspirations towards a career in podiatry. We can provide you with guidance and resources to help support you in your career. We inspire tomorrow's podiatrists and shape the future of the profession.
The Saks Report
In 2021, we published the Saks Report, a landmark report looking at the future of podiatry. It makes 28 recommendations on what the profession needs to do to develop, sustain itself and thrive in the future.
Participate in our community
Branches
Branches listen to and represent your interests within the College. With a great source of support and learning in your local area. A network to other members and a place where you can share ideas, support and encouragement.
Council
The Council is our Board of Directors and our strategic body. Its members are elected by the Voting Members of the College. Council meets several times a year.
Committees
We have four top-tier committees. They each oversee the organisation's work. These are the Membership Committee, the Finance Committee, the Employment Relations Committee and Clinical Senate. These committees meet several times each year. They feed directly into Council, the College's Board of Directors.
Foot Health Week
Foot Health Week is our annual national foot health campaign. We use this time to promote the life and limb-saving abilities of podiatrists to the public, policymakers and the national media. Many of our members get involved each year, running their own events and promotion.
Forthcoming conferences and events
Fireside chats: Lessons from private practice
September 2024, 7.30 - 8.30pm
Our online fireside chats are designed to facilitate the sharing of experiences, insights and information on different aspects of private practice. Each session will feature a panel of expert speakers, followed by questions and discussion.
The topic for the September session will be: Mental health and well-being
Annual Conference and Exhibition 2024
28-30 November 2024
The Royal College of Podiatry's Annual Conference and Exhibition will be held in Harrogate from 28-30 November 2024. Bookings are now open.
For more information, visit the conference page
View ticket prices here
The 12th Podiatric Sports Medicine Conference
31 January 2025
The 12th Podiatric Sports Medicine Conference will be held on 31 January 2025 at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, 232-242 St Vincent Street, Glasgow G2 5RJ.
The theme will be Women in sports and professions.
Podiatric Surgery 2025
12-13 June 2025
Save the date for the next Faculty of Podiatric Surgery conference from 12-13 June 2025.
Venue to be confirmed.
Guidance for your future in podiatry
Reports
Raising the profile of podiatry is a key priority for the College. We regularly produce reports to develop and promote the profession, including policy position statements, briefing papers and toolkits.
Browse our policy area
Research and audit
Research improves patient care and outcomes. The main way we do this is through an audit system called PASCOM-10. You can use the system in your practice to capture patient data. It gives the College an overview of podiatric care on a national level.
Research and audit
Leadership
We provide you with leadership development oppportunities through courses, events, conferences, CPD and e-learning. In the changing healthcare landscape, the role of the podiatrist as a leader is ever more important.
Online document library
Search our public online document library with documents filtered by title, author, category and tags to assist you in finding resources quickly relating to a wide range of learning resources, updates and guidance. Login to access the member-only library.
Resources
Download our careers resources which you can use at events such as talks in schools and career fairs, or for a display in your waiting room. With information for the public, covering common foot problems, podiatric career options and hints and tips.
CHoPM and podiatry archive
The Centre for the History of Podiatric Medicine (CHoPM) collects and preserves records documenting the history of chiropody and podiatry. For use by members, students, academic research community and the public.
Learn with TALUS
As a member you can access the College's Teaching and Learning Update System (TALUS). This learning platform delivers tailored CPD and provides you with a dedicated space to learn.
Step towards a better future
Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)
We are committed to to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment or victimisation, where all members are respected and valued.
Sustainability
Our dedicated network for podiatrists interested in the practice and promotion of more environmentally sustainable healthcare. With regularly updated resources and discussions.
Trade Union
We have been a trade union for over 75 years. It was the beginning of our work to support our profession. We are a union that constantly fights for our members' rights at work and to improve their pay, terms and conditions.
Recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic
We remain committed to continuing that support as we learn to navigate the post-pandemic era.
Visit our COVID-19 section to find out more.