Explore key reports addressing workforce-related challenges and initiatives in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Equity and inclusion reports
RCOG Race Equity Project (Phase One): Summary Report
This report presents the current situation, with regards to race equity, within the O&G workforce. It highlights the concerted effort being made to tackle racism in the workplace
Published: December 2024
Experiences of racism and discrimination among doctors in O&G not in a training programme (2024)
The RCOG is committed to addressing racism and bias experienced by the O&G workforce and the people they care for. We surveyed UK members to understand experiences of racism, bias, and discrimination across factors like gender, disability, sexual orientation, and caring responsibilities. With 45% of O&G doctors in the UK identifying as from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, this work is essential for promoting equal opportunity, career progression, and support within the specialty.
Published: 2024
Levelling the playing field: RCOG differential attainment, race and racism report (2023)
This paper summarises the findings of focus groups with RCOG membership ranging in seniority and ethnic background from across the UK. It also showcases examples of targeted individual support, departmental initiatives and national strategies that are making a difference. Note: This report can be accessed by RCOG members when you sign into your online account.
Published: 2023
Workforce roles and planning
Roles and responsibilities of a consultant
This report outlines the evolving role of consultants, highlighting their responsibilities as clinicians, leaders, and mentors, as well as the organisational support needed to foster a positive healthcare culture. It provides a clear guide to on-call duties and strategies for delivering safe, high-quality care.
Published: June 2021
Updated: May 2022
Later career and retirement report: retaining O&G doctors in the workforce for longer
This report provides a summary of the factors influencing retirement plans; what can be done to support doctors who want to remain in the NHS workforce for longer and how to make the later career stage as attractive as possible to all.
Published: March 2020
RCOG workforce census reports
Detailed data and insights into workforce demographics, planning, and trends in O&G.
Published: Annually since 2015