RCSLT - Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this episode we welcome Dr Jarrad Lum, Associate Professor, Cognitive Neuroscience and Shelby Lim, Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) Candidate, both of Deakin University, Australia, to discuss their paper 'Meta-analysis reveals low language capacity in childhood is associated with mental health problems in adulthood’ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1460-6984.13125 The research builds upon previous studies which showed that children and adolescents with speech, language and communication issues are at increased risk of anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties. This study shows that those children carry a higher risk of broader mental health challenges into adulthood than those without such a history. The paper looks at the implications for practice for professionals working in learning, education, health and social care. Note: In the podcast we talk about the need for screeners for speech, language and communication needs. As far as we are aware there is not anything out there for screening for broad SLN issues as the screeners that are available are for specific conditions. However, speech and language therapists will tend to develop screening tools for their mental health colleagues as part of their responsibility for raising awareness of/identifying Speech, Language and Communication Needs among the population they are working with. Listeners may also find it useful to take a look at the Communication Access training which was set up by RCSLT and partners: https://communication-access.co.uk/ and Understanding communication difficulties in the justice system core modules https://www.rcsltcpd.org.uk/courses/understanding-communication-difficulties-in-the-justice-system-core-modules/ The paper is: ' Meta-analysis reveals low language capacity in childhood is associated with mental health problems in adulthood’ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1460-6984.13125 ’ Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month we are joined by Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs. We cover: Update on 'Invest in SLT' letter to new PM, Andy Burnham: https://www.rcslt.org/news/invest-in-slt-campaign-urges-prime-minister-to-improve-speech-and-language-therapy-access/ CAHPO England awards shortlist features several speech and language therapists. New CAPHOs appointed n Wales and Scotland. Northern Ireland Code of Practice to the Mental Health (NI) order. Accessible exams work out of Northern Ireland - but applicable across UK. HSSIB community inquiry. Social and palliative care aims of new PM. NDCS children's deafness services report. APPG on neighbourhood health: https://www.csp.org.uk/news/2026-07-02-all-party-parliamentary-group-ahps-launches-inquiry-neighbourhood-health Help shape AHP strategy in England: national survey and webinar: https://www.rcslt.org/events/join-the-slt-conversation-influencing-the-future-ahp-strategy/ and much more! Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this episode we chat with Dr Claire Mills about her PhD paper ' Worth a try or a last resort: Healthcare professionals’ experiences and opinions of above cuff vocalisation'. Above Cuff Vocalisation (ACV) is a technique that allows patients with a cuffed tracheostomy tube to speak. A recent systematic review highlighted the limited evidence available for the acceptability, effectiveness, safety or optimal implementation of ACV. Dr Mills set out to explore the experience of healthcare professionals (HCPs) using ACV and their perceptions of best practice. Dr Mills is Adult Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist—specialising in critical care—at the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals, part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London. The paper is: Worth a try or a last resort: Healthcare professionals’ experiences and opinions of above cuff vocalisation’ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1460-6984.12970 Funding: This research was funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) as part of an HEE/NIHR ICA Programme. Claire Mills was funded by an NIHR Clinical Doctoral Research Fellowship (ICA-CDRF-2017-03-036). Claire is now funded by an NIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship (NIHR507322). The views expressed are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of the NIHR or the Department of Health and Social Care. Further information: Download your copy of the ACV Safety Guidance: https://www.atosmedical.co.uk/blog-and-news/above-cuff-vocalisation-acv-safety-guidelines Evidence for Above Cuff Vocalization in Patients with a Tracheostomy: A Systematic Review: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/lary.29591 Survey of Healthcare Professionals: https://www.archives-pmr.org/article/S0003-9993(21)01426-X/fulltext Health Economic Evaluation: https://journals.lww.com/ccejournal/fulltext/2025/12000/an_early_stage_decision_analytic_health_economic.12.aspx Mathematical modelling of airflow in the subglottic space during ACV: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00134-025-08005-w Troubleshooting above cuff vocalisation: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00134-024-07779-9 Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month we are joined by Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs. We cover: New PM and what this might mean for health and social care. Plus Andy Burnham's previous pledge to the Mikey's Wish 'Invest in SLT' campaign: https://www.rcslt.org/news/invest-in-slt-campaign-letter-delivered-to-downing-street/ An update on the 'Experts at Hand' programme for SEND in schools in England. https://www.rcslt.org/news/new-guidance-on-developing-the-experts-at-hand-offer/ Modern Service Frameworks: https://www.rcslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/RCSLT-response-to-the-Cardiovascular-Disease-Modern-Services-Framework-July-2026.pdf Update on Welsh government funding for ALN. NHS AHP strategy - get involved! https://www.rcslt.org/events/join-the-slt-conversation-influencing-the-future-ahp-strategy/ APPG on neighbourhood health: https://www.csp.org.uk/news/2026-07-02-all-party-parliamentary-group-ahps-launches-inquiry-neighbourhood-health and much more! Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month we are joined by Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs. We cover: Resignation of Sir Keir Starmer and what it might mean for health and social care. Good news in the King's birthday honours: https://www.rcslt.org/news/speech-and-language-therapy-recognised-in-kings-birthday-honours/ Updates from Northern Ireland including election prep, SEN reform and new guidance, DLD exam work and Voicebox competition: https://www.rcslt.org/news/young-voices-bring-big-laughs-at-voicebox-final-northern-ireland/ £145million extra funding in Wales, but large challenges. Update on Experts at Hand in England. Health Bill. and much more! About our sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Zanda. Zanda combines all your admin, billing, scheduling, and communication needs into one easy-to-use platform built specifically for health practitioners. It supports SLTs to simplify practice management, from online bookings and automated reminders to secure notes, AI, invoicing, and payments, all in one connected system. Zanda helps you stay organised, improve cash flow, and create a smooth client experience from first appointment to final payment. https://zandahealth.com/uk/profession/speech-therapy-software/?utm_source=rcslt&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=UK_Podcast&utm_content=paid Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this podcast we chat with Carmela Miniscalo and Anna-Clara Reinholdson about their research which looks at speech sound ability in relation to language ability and non-verbal ability in Swedish pre-school children with ASD. The paper is: Miniscalco, C., Reinholdson, A.-C., Gillberg, C. & Johnels, J.A. (2024) Speech sound error patterns may signal language disorder in Swedish preschool children with autism. International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders, 59, 2516–2527. https://doi.org/10.1111/1460-6984.13099 Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month we are joined by Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, Dr Caroline Walters, External Affairs Manager for Wales and Glenn Carter, Head of Scotland Office.. We cover: Election results in Wales and how we will work with the new government there. Wales State of the Nation report 2026: https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-wales-launch-2026-state-of-the-nation-report/ Election results in Scotland and how we influenced the manifestos. (See Scotland manifesto asks: https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-scotland-publishes-key-manifesto-asks-ahead-of-2026-elections/ ) Expected or hoped for impact on speech and language therapy. The political backdrop in England and Wes Streeting's resignation. Bills in the King's speech. AHP debate in Parliament. About our sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Zanda. Zanda combines all your admin, billing, scheduling, and communication needs into one easy-to-use platform built specifically for health practitioners. It supports SLTs to simplify practice management, from online bookings and automated reminders to secure notes, AI, invoicing, and payments, all in one connected system. Zanda helps you stay organised, improve cash flow, and create a smooth client experience from first appointment to final payment. https://zandahealth.com/uk/profession/speech-therapy-software/?utm_source=rcslt&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=UK_Podcast&utm_content=paid Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month we are joined by Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs and Amit Kulkarni, Head of Research and Outcomes. We cover: Research Champions Professional Network https://www.rcslt.org/members/research/research-networks/#section-2 Relaunch of registration for Clinical Academic Mentors scheme https://www.rcslt.org/members/research/research-networks/#section-3 Link between research and outcomes and decision making Update on Invest in SLT campaign: https://www.rcslt.org/news/invest-in-slt-campaign-letter-delivered-to-downing-street/ NHSE Workforce plan – advance tests SEND consultation https://www.rcslt.org/news/send-reforms-share-your-views/ , EAH detail on ICB roles, and Parliamentary debate (plus PPA and AHPs) Welsh manifestos Help us build our next strategy: https://www.rcslt.org/news/help-us-build-our-next-strategy/ RCSLT Research strat plan listening events: Listening event 13 May: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7450576966879117313/?viewAsMember=true Listening event 18 May: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7450581649479880705/?viewAsMember=true Podcast for World Voice Day: https://www.rcslt.org/news/new-podcast-highlights-the-importance-of-voice/ About our sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Zanda. Zanda combines all your admin, billing, scheduling, and communication needs into one easy-to-use platform built specifically for health practitioners. It supports SLTs to simplify practice management, from online bookings and automated reminders to secure notes, AI, invoicing, and payments, all in one connected system. Zanda helps you stay organised, improve cash flow, and create a smooth client experience from first appointment to final payment. https://zandahealth.com/uk/profession/speech-therapy-software/?utm_source=rcslt&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=UK_Podcast&utm_content=paid Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. World Voice Day podcast notes For World Voice Day 2026 RCSLT President Nick Hewer met with two people with voice difficulties, Margaret Stoddart and Jono Organ. They chat about their voice conditions, the difficulties they have faced, how speech and language therapy has supported them and what life is like now. About the speakers: Margaret Elvis Presley fan, registered nurse and grandmother of six, Margaret Stoddart works as cath lab coordinator in the Cardiology department of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. For the past six years she’s experienced a voice disorder called Muscle Tension Dysphonia and Spasmodic Dysphonia. Margaret is area contact leader for Dysphonia International, an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by spasmodic dysphonia and related voice conditions through research, education, awareness, and support. She also hosts her own podcast ‘My Voice, My Way.' Jono Jono Organ is married with four children and 11 grandchildren, a self-employed health and safety consultant and trainer, working in the construction industry. He used to enjoy cycling and running before being diagnosed with head and neck cancer. Since his laryngectomy operation in 2023, he’s shifted his focus to awareness raising. Jono is a governor for the Royal Marsden hospital and sits on panels there, as well as at Great Ormond street Hospital. He is an ambassador to The Throat cancer foundation and also Oracle head and neck UK. In January this year he also set up a laryngectomy support group charity, ‘Life After Lary’. Nick Hewer: Nick Hewer, former presenter of iconic television programme Countdown , holds the role of RCSLT President. He is passionate about raising awareness of communication and swallowing difficulties, and helps to promote the message of the RCSLT to the general public. His ongoing work with the RCSLT has earned him an honorary degree from Plymouth Marjon University. Nick is also a published author, and he has previously worked as a public relations consultant and as Lord Sugar’s right-hand-man on The Apprentice . He is also patron for several charities, including Fairtrade, Hope and Homes for Children, Pancreatic Cancer Action and Street Child Sierra Leone. Useful links: Find out more about World Voice Day 2026, which takes place on April 16: https://worldvoiceday.org/ ‘My Voice, My Way’ podcast hosted by Margaret: https://myvoicemyway.buzzsprout.com/ ‘Life After Lary’: https://www.lifeafterlary.co.uk/news/2942375_new-uk-charity-dedicated-to-supporting-people-after-laryngectomy What is the RCSLT? https://www.rcslt.org/about-us/ Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this podcast we chat with Hannah Waine and Sally Bates about their research which looks at how UK speech and language therapists assess children’s expressive language, in particular looking at whether their practices reflect recommendations from the CATALISE consensus statements (published 2016/17). (CATALISE redefined Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and emphasised the importance of assessing functional impairment and real‑life impact, not just test scores.) The paper is: UK speech and language therapists’ assessment of children's expressive language, and functional impairment and impact, following the CATALISE publications https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1460-6984.12883 Hannah Waine , Sally Bates , Pauline Frizelle , Tomasina M. Oh Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month we are joined by Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs and Pippa Cotterill, Head of Wales office at the RCSLT and they cover: Second State of the Nation report from Wales - giving an update on what's changed since last year's report. Welsh elections. Westminster event on Primary Progressive Aphasia: https://www.rcslt.org/news/invite-your-mp-to-attend-primary-progressive-aphasia-parliamentary-event/ Update on SEND reforms in England. Update on Assisted Dying in Scotland. SEN classes in Northern Ireland. and more! Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers: Schools white paper in England and SEND provision- what we know so far. Scottish election manifesto asks: https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-scotland-publishes-key-manifesto-asks-ahead-of-2026-elections/ UK wide report on DLD in exams: New report calls for exam reform to support students with Developmental Language Disorder | RCSLT Voicebox competition launches in Northern Ireland: VoiceBox competition launches across Northern Ireland | RCSLT Swallowing Awareness Day 18 March https://www.rcslt.org/news/get-involved-in-swallowing-awareness-day-2026/ Westminster event on Primary Progressive Aphasia: https://www.rcslt.org/news/invite-your-mp-to-attend-primary-progressive-aphasia-parliamentary-event/ Response to cancer strategy. Letter from AHPs to Wes Streeting: https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-joins-professional-bodies-calling-for-government-action-on-ahps/ RCSLT workforce survey – call for responses to help us build the evidence base on vacancies and retention: https://www.rcslt.org/news/complete-the-2026-workforce-survey/ . Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers: Looking ahead – events on the horizon for 2026 including Scottish and Welsh elections, the NHSE workforce plan and other focus areas and SEND reform in England. RCSLT workforce survey – call for responses to help us build the evidence base on vacancies and retention: https://www.rcslt.org/news/complete-the-2026-workforce-survey/ . First 1,000 days report including evidence from speech and language therapy https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/81/health-and-social-care-committee/news/211450/boost-infants-life-chances-with-more-family-hubs-health-visitors-and-new-vaccines-strategy-mps-tell-govt/ . Response to Freedom from Violence and abuse strategy: https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-warns-new-freedom-from-violence-and-abuse-strategy-fails-to-address-communication-barriers/ Call to fill vacancy of the Welsh Chief Allied Health Professions Officer in the Senedd. Update on assisted dying from Jersey, Scotland and the UK. The Mental Health Act receives royal assent in England: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mental-health-bill-receives-royal-assent-revolutionising-care . Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers: Big news from 2025, including RCSLT successes such as the Invest in SLT debate, Voicebox competition in Scotland, Language Launchpad and launch of AHPF Cymru in Wales; the budget in England. Lots happening in Scotland around children and young people. RCSLT particularly welcomes the 'Early years speech, language and communication action plan': https://www.gov.scot/publications/speech-language-communication-action-plan/ Best Start Family Hubs in England to be a one-stop shop for parents of children with SEND. Publication of the 'Getting it right first time' head and neck cancer report: https://gettingitrightfirsttime.co.uk/medical_specialties/head-and-neck-cancer/ The House of Lords committee on the Autism Act has highlighted speech, language, and communication, the role of speech and language therapy, and the barriers too many autistic people, of all ages, and their families face accessing it, across education, employment, health, justice, and social care The Office of the Chief Allied Health Professions Officer (CAHPO) at NHS England has commissioned NHS Elect to co-produce a Transformation Toolkit for NHS community speech and language therapy services for children and young people https://www.rcslt.org/news/toolkit-to-support-nhs-services-to-reduce-waiting-times-for-children-and-young-people/ Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this podcast we chat with Loretta Gasparini about the research she led on finding a robust predictor tool for persistent language disorders. The aim of this research is to identify young children who are likely to have persisting language difficulties, so that we can recruit them into research, build a strong evidence base and ultimately support them to thrive. The paper is: Identifying early language predictors: A replication of Gasparini et al. (2023) confirming applicability in a general population. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1460-6984.13086 Loretta Gasparini , Daisy A. Shepherd , Jing Wang , Melissa Wake , Angela T. Morgan This paper was awarded the International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders 2024 Editors' Prize. GITHUB LINK: https://github.com/lottiegasp/languagepredictions DEMONSTRATOR LINK: https://storage.googleapis.com/rcslt/Index.html Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the RCSLT covers: Update on the NHS in England. Curriculum review - our definition of oracy adopted and evidence based approach on adaptation for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-response-to-the-curriculum-review-final-report/ Engagement with the Chief Medical Officer, Sir Chris Whitty, on the report on the Health of people in prison, and in the secure NHS estate in England. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-health-of-people-in-prison-on-probation-and-in-the-secure-nhs-estate-in-england RCSLT response to NICE guideline on rehabitation for chronic neurological disorders including acquired brain injury. https://www.rcslt.org/news/rcslt-responds-to-new-nice-guideline/ Adult waiting times. Scottish advanced practice guidance for AHPs https://www.gov.scot/publications/transforming-roles-paper-6-allied-health-professions-advanced-practice/pages/1/ . Invest in SLT update. Care home statement: https://www.rcslt.org/news/new-statement-on-the-role-of-slts-in-care-homes/ Assisted dying in Jersey. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board celebrates RCSLT 80th year. RCSLT conference 26-27 November - tickets still available. https://www.rcslt.org/events/rcslt-conference-2025/ Find other podcasts here https://www.rcslt.org/podcasts/ or on your favourite podcast app. This interview was conducted by Victoria Harris, Head of Learning at The Royal College of Speech and produced and edited by freelance producer Jacques Strauss. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. Join us as we uncover the fascinating role of speech and language therapists working in awake craniotomy. We go to Birmingham to meet SLT Georgie Harrington and Mr Ismail Ughratdar, Consultant neurosurgeon to find out how they work as part of a team. Donald Innes, an expert by experience, who has had two awake craniotomies, shares his story and thoughts about the process. Kathleen Graham, SLT and now senior project manager for the RCSLT and lead on new awake craniotomies position paper (Oct 2025), gives us some of the history about the procedure. With thanks to speakers: Donald Innes, expert by experience Kathleen Graham, Senior Project Manager, Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Georgie Harrington, Clinical lead, Speech and Language Therapy Outpatients, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Mr Ismail Ughratdar, Consultant Neurosurgeon, Speech and Language Therapy Outpatients, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Useful links: RCSLT awake craniotomy position paper (October 2025) Awake craniotomy | RCSLT (resources for the public) Awake craniotomy resources | RCSLT (resources for members of the RCSLT) What to expect during an awake craniotomy for brain tumour removal Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this episode we chat with Professor Bronwyn Hemsley and Dr Lucy Bryant, both of the University of Technology Sydney, about their recent systematic review of interventions based on Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition. The discussion covers: What was the clinical question you were trying to answer? How did you go about undertaking the review? What were the key findings? What does this mean for the speech and language therapy profession? With thanks to panellists: Professor Bronwyn Hemsley, Head of Speech Pathology at The University of Technology Sydney and co-lead of the UTS Disability Research Network Dr Lucy Bryant, Senior Lecturer in Speech Pathology, The University of Technology, Sydney Resources: Bryant, L., Bowen, C., Grove, R. et al. Systematic Review of Interventions Based on Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition (GLP/NLA): Clinical Implications of Absence of Evidence and Cautions for Clinicians and Parents. Curr Dev Disord Rep 12 , 2 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40474-024-00312-z https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40474-024-00312-z To read about the prevalence of echolalia mentioned in this podcast see the open access review: Sutherland, R., Bryant, L., Dray, J. & Robert's, J. (2024) . Prevalence of Echolalia in Autism: A Rapid Review of Current Findings and a Journey Back to Historical Data. Current Developmental Disorders Reports, 11 , 171–183 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40474-024-00311-0 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40474-024-00311-0 Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In our update this month: Special guest Steve Jamieson CEO talks about: RCSLT’s 80th anniversary year https://www.rcslt.org/about-us/rcslt-at-80/ Annual conference coming up https://www.rcslt.org/events/rcslt-conference-2025/ Starting work on shaping the next strategic plan Inspire leadership programme update https://www.rcslt.org/learning/rcslt-leadership-programme/ Derek Munn, Director of Policy and Public Affairs updates us on: NHSE workforce plan consultation: respond here https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/10-year-workforce-plan SEND reforms – awaiting news Oral evidence to the Scottish Parliament Health Committee – Autism Spectrum Disorder pathways This interview was conducted by Victoria Harris, Head of Learning at The Royal College of Speech and produced and edited by freelance producer Jacques Strauss. Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.

Please let us know what you think of this podcast. In this podcast we speak with Anna Ekström and Olof Sandgren about their study of experiences of young people with DLD, which focused on language and communication in a school context. The study is guided by the following research question: How do young people diagnosed with DLD describe their experiences of language and communication in school? The paper is: 'It depends on who I'm with': How young people with developmental language disorder describe their experiences of language and communication in school https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36703539/ Anna Ekström , Olof Sandgren , Birgitta Sahlén , Christina Samuelsson First published: 26 January 2023 This paper was nominated in the top five for the 2023 IJLCD Editors' Prize. Resources: What is Developmental Language Disorder: a discussion for DLD awareness day 2023 https://open.spotify.com/episode/70V0Qqnjf1Y1jH98unrN3Y (Podcast Oct 2023) IJLCD - The impact of DLD on jury perceptions: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7zQNjYxju2EwuEKxiswSN6 (Podcast May 2023) IJLCD - collaborative working with parents to support children with Developmental Language Disorder https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Kvyx0tiNZ6CgIQmv2DCan (Podcast Sept 2024) Please be aware that the views expressed are those of the guests and not the RCSLT.