In response to the medical pathologist shortages in histopathology in England and the success of the introduction of the College’s Advanced Specialist Diplomas in Histopathology dissection and reporting, offered in conjunction with the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), HEE has announced that it will support the training costs for two individuals per NHS Improvement recognised network to undertake one of the histopathology training programmes offered by RCPath and IBMS.

The professional bodies (RCPath and IBMS) have developed a number of advanced qualifications within histopathology to support roles in cut-up and in specific areas of reporting which will enable senior scientific staff to undertake a greater range of activities, supporting patient care. This is very welcome recognition of the value of the College’s qualifications as a means for developing the scientist workforce. For more details see the letter from HEE accompanying this statement and to register interest please email [email protected]