Latest update on the McLachlan report – 6 May 2026
Further to our initial update on 28 January 2026 on actions taken in response to the recommendations made in the McLachlan report, we are pleased to report further progress.
Vacancies: Associate International Medical Directors for PACES
The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK is seeking to appoint three highly motivated Associate International Medical Directors for PACES. The successful candidates will support the International Medical Director for PACES in overseeing and delivering the PACES examination in sites outside of the UK.
New Assistant Medical Director for Research & Development
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Sami Hoque as the Federation Associate Medical Director for Research & Development.
Changes to MRCP(UK) exam fees and JRCPTB training fees from July 2026
Fees will increase from 1 July 2026, in line with the UK CPI rate of 3.6%,
Dr Mike Jones appointed as Federation Executive Medical Director
The Federation is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Mike Jones as Executive Medical Director (EMD).
New members of the Federation medical director team
The Federation is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its medical director team.
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