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A healthier future: public health in 2040 and the power of local action The next 15 years will challenge public health in local councils in new ways. Driven by demographic shifts, technological advances, and evolving disease patterns. #2040 local.gov.uk/topics/social-…

📣 toothPASTE Autism Study 🦷free new website launched to support families of young autistic children with dental health behaviours (toothbrushing, limiting sugary foods and drinks, going to the dentist) Read more: tinyurl.com/mvffa73j

Strengthening public health: 10-year plan and the role of peer challenge The 10 YR Health Plan for England introduced a national peer review system for public health ⁦David Fothergill⁩ writes about the lessons and experience from LGA peer challenges local.gov.uk/topics/social-…

The government has issued an open invitation to health services and local authorities to pioneer the first Neighbourhood Health Services - the first 42 sites to be operational in September. share.google/VAOraQcElJRBdX…

🔄 The great power shift begins today. For too long, Whitehall spreadsheets decided your area's future. Not anymore. The English Devolution Bill puts YOU in control: 🏗️ Speed up housing delivery 🗳️Stronger neighbourhood voice 📈 Local growth plans that work

"Councils across the country are deeply invested in and vital to the success of English devolution," says LGA Chair Councillor Louise Gittins. Read our full response to the publication of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill: local.gov.uk/about/news/eng…

LGA Chair Cllr Louise Gittins: “It is critical that the full breadth, diversity and capability of local government is recognised and all councils are enabled to play a meaningful role... in driving growth, improving services, and improving the lives of our residents." 1/2

⏩ We're moving from a system that manages sickness to one that promotes health, work and prosperity. 💼 This year, we're providing new funding to 15 WorkWell pilots across the country to help people back into work and ease NHS pressures. 📰 gov.uk/government/new…

ICYMI: last night, we published our policy summary of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. 📺Watch our video of LGA Chair Cllr Louise Gittins and visit our dedicated mini hub to keep up to date with our responses and resources.

With an Amber Heat-Health alert declared for 6 regions of England - and several others seeing yellow alerts - it's worth watching out for those who might find it difficult to cope with high temperatures. ☀️ 🌡️ Find out the latest here: gov.uk/government/new…

New to #LocalGov reorganisation? Our virtual event on 15 July is designed for councillors who want to understand the implications of LGR for their roles and the areas they represent. Learn what LGR means for your role and your local area. Register now: orlo.uk/1nGSL

New to #LocalGov reorganisation? Our virtual event on 15 July is designed for councillors who want to understand the implications of LGR for their roles and the areas they represent. Learn what LGR means for your role and your local area. Register now: orlo.uk/D6Maa

Measles cases are rising in England. It spreads easily and can cause serious illness, especially in babies, pregnant women and those with weak immune systems. MMR vaccination is safe and offers lifelong protection. For more info, visit: nhs.uk/MMR

⚠️Measles can be a serious illness. More than 1 in 10 children haven't had the MMR vaccine and they need 2 doses to get full protection. Find out more. ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/05/23/wha…

📽️ | Director of Public Health, Prof Matt Ashton FFPH (also on Bluesky) has an urgent message for parents and carers about #measles, due to a rising number of cases in #Liverpool. You can find out more about how to protect your child at: liverpool.gov.uk/measles NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 🏥 Alder Hey 💙

25 years of stop smoking services: a milestone in public health Local stop smoking services were established in England in 1999 and then rolled out nationally in 2000 as part of the Govts commitment to help smokers to quit. Read our latest blog here share.google/zauiCdep4DKEpV…

Gov has announced 10 pilot areas for a £100m ‘Test, Learn and Grow’ reform programme supporting innovative approaches to improving public services "Across the country, local leaders see potential for a radical redesign of public services" - louise gittins 🌹🌹🌹 local.gov.uk/about/news/lga…

“Local government has led the way tackling the harms caused by smoking, and these latest statistics are a testament to the 25-year success of the stop smoking services leading a steady decline in smoking rates." - David Fothergill local.gov.uk/about/news/sto…

🚨 Local authorities and ICBs have been invited to apply for the first wave of the National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme — a key step in delivering the govt’s 10 Year Health Plan. 🗓 Deadline: 8 August 2025 📢 Help shape the future of neighbourhood health.