“Questioning the Journal’s independence and lack of scientific explanation in the College’s response”

In the latest BMJ a joint investigation by the  BMJ and BBC Newsnight is reported. It concerns me that “strategic communications” outrank editorial independence and scientific decision making:

New ADHD resource [missing information]

The Royal College of Psychiatrists has released a new information resource for people who have, or suspect they might have, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Unfortunately the College has missed out information … Continue reading New ADHD resource [missing information]

New Editor-in-Chief of The British Journal of Psychiatry

23 May 2023: “The Royal College of Psychiatrists is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Gin Malhi as the next College Editor and Editor-in-Chief of the world-class British Journal of Psychiatry (BJPsych)” … Continue reading New Editor-in-Chief of The British Journal of Psychiatry

NHS Scotland: “Advisory Board Medics admit they were paid”

Last year, across the UK, healthcare workers received £41 million from the Pharmaceutical Industry. In Scotland we have no idea to whom this was paid and why. This report by … Continue reading NHS Scotland: “Advisory Board Medics admit they were paid”