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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 27/09/2026

Finalising your Labour Conference schedule? There's still time to join our Barnardo's x Alder Hey event tomorrow. Hear from Children's Health Minister Dame Diana Johnson MP and Dr Simon Opher MP on building a healthier future for children and young people through prevention and early intervention.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 23/09/2026

We're delighted to be joining forces with @barnardos.org.uk at Labour Party Conference. Join us as we discuss how we can work together to improve health outcomes for C&YP with Children’s Health Minister Dame Diana Johnson MP and Dr Simon Opher MP. Details below 👇 We hope you can join us.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 14/07/2026

The latest @rcpch.bsky.social State of Child Health Report shows that too many indicators of children’s health and wellbeing are worsening, with progress stalling across the UK. Our comment is below and you can read the report findings and recommendations here - bit.ly/44plm0v

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 20/06/2026

Great to catch up with Put Children First supporter @ianbyrnemp.bsky.social and to show him around our new Neonatal Unit, which will transform care for our smallest patients. We’re looking forward to continuing our work with Ian as the campaign builds momentum @alderheycharity.org

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 26/03/2026

New data shows 4 million children in the UK are living in poverty. These figures don’t yet reflect the impact of the new Child Poverty Strategy, but scrapping the two‑child limit will make a real difference. There’s still more to do, but long‑term action can ensure every child has the best start.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 27/02/2026

We were pleased to welcome Peter Dowd MP for Bootle to Alder Hey today, to highlight our #PutChildrenFirst campaign and talk about how we are improving children and young people's health and wellbeing in Merseyside and beyond. @alderheycharity.org #alderheyinnovation #childrenshealth

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 03/02/2026

Today the Bill to end the two‑child limit begins its journey through Parliament. The policy is responsible for driving child poverty to record highs, harming children and young people’s health. We’ve joined 65 other organisations in asking all MPs to support this Bill - bit.ly/4tuzFfA

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 27/01/2026

"We must focus on how we deliver a brighter future for our children and young people. Young people are clear on their worries, concerns and their priorities. They want opportunities for the future, better access to physical and mental health support and communities where they belong."

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 27/11/2025

CEO of @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft joined BBC Radio Merseyside today to discuss the removal of the two-child limit. "Alder Hey's got a mission to give children the best possible start in life [...], and this was the single biggest way that the government could do that". #PutChildrenFirst.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 27/11/2025

CEO @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft, responds to the Budget and what scrapping the two-child limit from April 2026 will mean for children and young people. Massive shout-out to all of the tireless campaigners who have called on the Government to end this policy. #PutChildrenFirst.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 25/11/2025

Great to see Wes Streeting today at the King's Fund to set out the Government’s ambition for children’s health. But the real highlight? Young people themselves. They asked the toughest questions, set the right priorities, and reminded everyone in the room what’s truly at stake.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 25/11/2025

Great to be attending @thekingsfund.bsky.social today for this important conference.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 14/11/2025

🚨Introducing Jai! 👇 Jai is an incredibly talented cook and wants to be a chef when he grows up. For a time, he couldn't attend mainstream education as it wasn't suitable for his needs. Jai is calling on the government to listen to children and young people so they can fulfil their potential.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 13/11/2025

CEO of @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft, spoke on BBC Radio as we join 100+ charities urging the government to scrap the two-child limit in the upcoming budget. For too long, children have been left behind, and now child poverty is at a record high. It’s time the Chancellor #PutChildrenFirst.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 04/11/2025

🚨Next up, introducing Kacey of @lpoolcouncil.bsky.social👇 Kacey wants to be an occupational therapist. She is passionate about supporting children and young people. She is frustrated that politicians aren't putting children first and fancies herself as a future Prime Minister one day!

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 04/11/2025

Delighted to be joining the Anti-Bullying Schools' Project 5th Anniversary event at the beautiful St George's Hall in Liverpool

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 29/10/2025

🚨 First up, on our youth panel spotlight series, our ballroom dancer, Sophia! 👇 Sophia wants the government to prioritise children so they have the opportunity to be happy and creative, just like her.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 29/10/2025

For too long, children haven't been a political priority, and now 4.5 million children live in poverty in the UK. Ahead of next month's budget, it's time the government listen to the voices of young people and take bold action to reform and renew our national approach to children’s health. 2/2

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 29/10/2025

🚨Introducing our #PutChildrenFirst Youth Panel 👇 This group of talented children and young people have been brought together to speak on behalf of the campaign and for children across the UK, calling on policymakers to ensure every child can fulfil their potential. 1/2

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 29/09/2025

🚨 The #PutChildrenFirst campaign is at the #LabourPartyConference, ready to host our panel and launch our new 'Imagining a child-first NHS: connecting children and families to healthcare through innovation and technology' policy paper. 👇 Watch this space from 11.15 for live updates #Lab25

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 28/09/2025

Delighted to be attending a session with The Children’s Commissioner and a wonderful panel of speakers and CYP ambassadors.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 16/09/2025

Children and young people account for 25% of the UK population, yet just 11% of NHS expenditure. It's time the government #PutChildrenFirst with a renewed approach to children's health through an NHS which is: ➡️Child-first; ➡️Digitally enabled; ➡️Preventative and community care-focused.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 28/08/2025

Children and young people are our future scientists, innovators, artists, medics and entrepreneurs of the U.K. But for too long, children’s health has not been a political priority, and now child poverty is at a record high. It’s up to us to #IgniteTheSparks #PutChildrenFirst

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 21/08/2025

Almost two-thirds of 11-year-old English girls report having multiple health issues at least twice a week. This is more than any other country in Europe. It's time to #PutChildrenFirst #FutureForEveryChild

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 19/08/2025

In the most deprived areas of the UK, nearly twice as many children have untreated tooth decay. The government must tackle the dental crisis among children urgently and #PutChildrenFirst #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 31/07/2025

Children and young people account for roughly a quarter of the UK population. Yet, only 5% of the total health research funding is dedicated to their needs. This must change if we are to address the growing health inequalities faced by children across the UK.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 29/07/2025

Obesity levels among children in reception in the most deprived areas of the UK are more than double those of children in the most affluent areas. This cannot continue. Every child must be given the opportunity to fulfil their potential. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 24/07/2025

Tooth decay remains the leading cause for hospital admissions among 5 to 9-year-olds. The government must #PutChildrenFirst to urgently address the dental crisis among children and young people. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 01/07/2025

In the north of England, roughly one in three children live in poverty. It's time the government #PutChildrenFirst to reduce this figure and give children the best possible chance to succeed in life. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquality

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 30/06/2025

Almost three thousand children had tooth decay so severe they attended A&E last year. The government must #PutChildrenFirst at the heart of the upcoming 10-Year Health Plan to urgently address this crisis. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 25/06/2025

36% of primary school children are overweight or obese. The upcoming 10-Year Health Plan must urgently address the rising obesity rates among children. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 19/06/2025

Obesity levels among children in reception in the most deprived areas of the UK are more than double those of children in the most affluent areas. The 10-Year Health Plan must urgently address the rising obesity rates among children. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 18/06/2025

In the UK, 4.5 million children are living in poverty, which is exacerbating child health inequalities. The Government must #PutChildrenFirst to give every child the chance to succeed in life. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 17/06/2025

Children and young people make up around 25% of the UK population yet make up just 11% of NHS expenditure. It's time the government #PutChildrenFirst with a renewed approach to children's health through an NHS which is: ➡️Child-first; ➡️Digitally enabled; ➡️Preventative and community care-focused.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 16/06/2025

In the most deprived areas of the UK, nearly twice as many children have untreated tooth decay. The government must #PutChildrenFirst at the heart of the upcoming 10-Year Health Plan to urgently address this crisis. #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/06/2025

Good to hear from SoS Wes Streeting at today's NHS ConfedExpo in Manchester. Honest and frank and clearly delighted at the Spending Review outcomes for the NHS.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/06/2025

Children and young people are our future scientists, innovators, artists, medics and entrepreneurs of the U.K. But for too long children’s health has not been a political priority and now child poverty is at a record high. It’s time to #PutChildrenFirst #FutureForEveryChild

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 11/06/2025

Over one in four children aged 2-15 in the UK are currently either overweight or obese. Find out about how the #PutChildrenFirst campaign aims to tackle childhood obesity here: putchildrenfirst.info #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 10/06/2025

The Campaign is delighted to attend the 'Child Health Inequalities in a time of Political Changes' INRICH workshop tiday at the fantastic Tung Auditorium, University of Liverpool.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 09/06/2025

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 04/06/2025

Urgent referrals for children in mental health crisis in England rose by 13% last year. The government must #PutChildrenFirst to urgently address the rising mental health crisis among children and young people. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquality

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 28/05/2025

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 20/05/2025

Last week, the #PutChildrenFirst campaign by @alderheycharity.org brought our 'Ignite the Sparks' campaign film to Parliament. Bringing together key stakeholders, the event underscored the urgent need to #PutChildrenFirst in the upcoming Child Poverty Strategy and the 10-Year Health Plan.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

Constituency MP of @alderhey.nhs.uk @ianbyrnemp.bsky.social with closing remarks. "The child poverty strategy is hugely important – this is a key moment to address children’s health inequalities throughout the country".

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

👇Happening now: Local Liverpool MP, @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social, remarks: "We are experiencing a child health emergency - we know the quickest and most efficient way of taking families out of poverty is removing the two-child benefit cap".

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

👇Happening now: Two of our #IgniteTheSparks cast members, Sophia and Jai Introducing our film to Parliamentarians. Sophia: “Children shouldn’t be held back – they should be at the heart of decisions”. Jai: “I joined this campaign to help give children in a similar position to mine confidence”.

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

👇Happening now: @alderhey.nhs.uk Clinician, Iain Hennessey, highlights his frontline experience of the rising numbers of children presenting with preventable conditions. "The government should be putting children at the centre of what they do".

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

👇Happening now: CEO of @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft discussing how the 10-Year Health Plan is a reset opportunity as children's health has fallen off the agenda. "We're facing a children's health emergency, and every day our clinicians are seeing this first-hand".

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

We are calling for the government to #PutChildrenFirst to: 2/2

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Put Children First @putchildrenfirst.info · 12/05/2025

Today, the #PutChildrenFirst campaign by @alderheycharity.org is at Parliament to host our drop-in event. The campaign will be meeting with MPs and Lords across the political spectrum to discuss how to urgently address children's health inequalities. Watch this space for live tweets from 2pm.

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