RCSLT campaigns

Improvements in stroke care

The 2008 saw the RCSLT focus on the improvement of speech and languge therapy services available to stroke survivors with communication difficulties.

Groundbreaking surveys across all four UK countries showed the real-life experiences of stroke survivors and formed a powerful tool with which to lobby governments.

Read more about the RCSLT stroke campaign

Children and young people with communication needs

In July 2008, John Bercow, MP, launched the report of his review into the services for children and
young people (0-19) with speech, language and communication needs.

The RCSLT played a key role in the review and continues to work to improve these essential services.

Read more about the Bercow Review

Criminal justice and young offenders

Read more about the RCSLT campaign around young offenders