Niamh Buckingham explores which key groups work together to support children's health in England and examines the key challenges facing the system, including rising demand, long waits, workforce press...

Improving population health is outlined as a central goal for the future of the health and care system. But while NHS policy documents often describe the aims of...

From today (Thursday 1 October 2026) the minimum price of a unit of alcohol will increase in Wales from 50p to 65p in a move which is expected to save hundreds of lives.

Almost £10 million will be invested in 45 communities across England to improve access to healthy, affordable food in areas with the highest levels of deprivation

The director of public health's message to Thornton-Cleveleys residents living near a chemical plant.

Lords’ report faces criticism from lobby groups after suggesting ban would be ‘most effective’ way to reduce public harms

Charity says action is needed on drinking water access, healthier drink environments and a Food and Drink Bill.

Tomorrow, MPs will debate a new Bill in the House of Commons that seeks to protect in law the services provided for infants, parents and carers. In this blog, RCPCH's Early Years Clinical Lead, Dr Sar...

New opt-in alerts will warn people when air pollution is high, or expected to be high, in their local area

Interviews of 200 publicans finds three-quarters back tougher drink-drive rules, while nearly two-thirds say supermarket and off-licence alcohol is too cheap, despite trade bodies lobbying against the...

This month we’re joined by Peter Roderick, Director of Public Health for the City of York, for a wide-ranging conversation on what the job really involves – from advocating for marginalised communitie...

Met Office UK weather warnings for rain, wind, snow, ice, fog, thunderstorm, lightning and extreme heat.

New Bite Back research found 76% of secondary school menus analysed had a confirmed School Food Standards violation, as 72% of parents back checks.