Policy

Urban health

Autumn view, with the London Eye seen behind a tree-lined park. Photograph by Szymon Shields.

Joe Potter

Policy and Influencing Manager

Policy

18 Sep 2024

Our Autumn Budget recommendations

Autumn Budget: How can Government use this opportunity to deliver for the nation’s health?

Health effects of air pollution

London road, with assorted vehicles. Photograph by Charles Postiaux

Natasha Feiner

Policy and Influencing Manager

Policy

What can councils and the Government do to reduce pollution from freight?

We’re calling on the Government to implement our policy recommendations to reduce air pollution from freight.

Urban health

Woman kneels on trampoline with bouncing child. Photograph by Jade Reynolds-Hemmings

Peter Babudu

Executive Director

Policy

11 Jul 2024

Creating healthier urban places: our response to the new government’s health mission

Our team gives their thoughts on the change needed to deliver healthier, more equitable places across the country.

Urban health

Woman kneels beside a small child in a park, handing her a flower

Peter Babudu

Executive Director

Policy

14 Jun 2024

A joined-up approach on urban health: our priorities for the next Government

Managing health goes beyond healthcare services. The places we live and work play an important part in creating healthy environments. We’re calling on the next Government to support approaches that address the interconnected drivers of health equity.

Children's mental health

'Every kid matters'. Children sit with placards outside of the Department for Work and Pensions - photograph by Jonathan Hyams

Carmen Sumadiwiria

Policy and Influencing Manager

Policy

Calling on government to tackle child poverty, a key driver of poor mental health in children

Ending child poverty is a huge challenge, and we cannot do this on our own. We're working with others to build the foundations for good mental health in children, starting with meeting their needs for secure housing, access to nutritious food, a nurturing school environment and safe spaces to play.

Children's health and food

Impact on Urban Health

Policy

An open letter to Government: put children’s health back on the agenda

We joined over 25 innovative food brands, investors and business support providers in calling on the Government to reconsider the U-turn on restrictions of promotions of HFSS products.

Health effects of air pollution