Publications

Giving children a healthy start in life is one of the most important jobs councils do and we all have a duty to make sure that children, along with their mums and dads, have access to the services they need.

The number of obese people in England has been rising steadily for the best part of 20 years. Today one in four adults are obese, according to the Health Survey for England, compared to 15 per cent in 1993. Read the discussion paper here.

These FAQs on hepatitis have been produced by the Local Government Association (LGA) and Public Health England (PHE) to address questions that councillors may have on hepatitis and the viruses that cause it.

Information about how councils work, the role of a councillor and most importantly, what being a Lib Dem councillor looks like.

The LGA’s Spring Budget submission calls on the Government to reverse the current funding outlook for local government and secure its financial sustainability.

What matters to you in your local area? Is it the state of the local park, the need for more activities for young people, improving services for older people, making the roads safer or ensuring that local businesses can thrive? Whatever needs changing in your neighbourhood, you could be just the person to change it by becoming a local councillor.

This compilation of case studies shows how local authorities are continuing to make progress on improving health and wellbeing and tackling health inequalities since public health was formally transferred in April 2013. It follows last year's compilation, Public health transformation nine months on: bedding in and reaching out.

These case studies demonstrate examples of innovation and how challenges were met.

This collection of insights from officers, councillors and others who have contributed time as peers show the clear benefits of giving and receiving challenge and support.

There is a growing body of research which shows how faith groups can have a positive impact on both the health of their members and wider communities.