Public health

The transfer of public health from the NHS to local government and Public Health England (PHE) is one of the most significant extensions of local government powers and duties in a generation. It represents a unique opportunity to change the focus from treating sickness to actively promoting health and wellbeing.

Case Studies

News

LGA responds to latest NHS figures on obesity

One year on: soft drinks levy needs to go beyond the school gate

LGA responds to public health duty to tackle serious violence

Publications

Public health transformation six years on: partnerships and prevention

System wide care and health peer challenge flyer

Shaping healthy places: exploring the district council role in health

Nobody left behind: maximising the health benefits of an inclusive local economy

Briefings, responses, legislation & guides