NEW: We are looking to commission an organisation with expertise in behavioural change and employer engagement to collaboratively design, implement and refine practical approaches to taking earlier action to address employee health. Join our call on 22 July to learn more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4pnby0H

NEW PODCAST: How is delivering the 10-Year Health Plan going? Three NHS leaders join us to reflect.  Listen now 🎧

Our GP data dashboard brings together a range of data to provide a picture of the current health of general practice in England. It looks at issues from access and activity to continuity of care and patient experience. Explore more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4vhmpLF

📬 Our newsletter helps you stay on top of issues and developments in UK health and care, with our latest reports, blogs, podcast episodes, events and more. Subscribe now ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4utV73s

PODCAST: We take a closer look at what’s in the government’s Health Bill and what it really means for patients and the public.  Listen now 🎧 https://bit.ly/4fyam7J

With Andy Burnham looking set to become the next PM what could this mean for #socialcare? Some thoughts @healthfoundation.bsky.social www.health.org.uk/features-and...

Senior Visiting Fellow James Buchan spoke to the BBC about the difficulties that new health care graduates in Wales have when looking for entry-level NHS jobs, and how this relates to the overall NHS workforce across the UK. Watch now ⬇️

Responding to the latest performance statistics, @timgardnerthf.bsky.social​ says that while the NHS has made some positive progress, there are challenges ahead for the next PM in turning around strained services. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4vNkoai

Responding to the interim report of Stephen Timms’ review of Personal Independence Payment, @davefinch.bsky.social​ argues that future recommendations must reflect the changing needs of disabled people. Read the response ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4bjBep1

Senior Policy Fellow Lucinda Allen responded to Baroness Casey’s speech yesterday at #LGAConf26 by welcoming the prospect of a 'Big Conversation' on social care funding and emphasising the need for urgency in critical sector reforms. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4eRjDqR

We’re back for another day at #LGAConf26, discussing all things #HealthInequalities at stand P30. Come and say hello, talk to our colleagues about our work on promoting healthy lives for all and explore our local authority dashboard ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4foUnr5

Responding to the government's 10-Year Capital Plan, @timgardnerthf.bsky.social​ calls the strategy long overdue, but warns there are no shortcuts to addressing the challenges facing the health service. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3Rkw5X0

Catch up with the @healthfoundation.bsky.social webinar - Tackling economic inactivity. Including findings from our evaluation the the Leeds Mindful Employer network 🎬 Watch the recording www.health.org.uk/events/webin...

Heading to #LGAConf26? Come and find us at stand P30 to find out more about our work to help local government achieve a healthier society. You'll also be able to explore our Local Authority Dashboard, which is newly updated with the latest insights on the building blocks of health ⬇️

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Alison Ismail as our new Director of Health and Inequalities. Alison will join us in September from the Department for Work and Pensions, where she is lead Director for Alan Milburn's Young People and Work Review. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3QS3OHd

The @commonwealthfund.org​ 2027–28 Harkness Fellowships provide a unique opportunity for individuals who are committed to advancing health care policy and practice to spend a year in the US, conducting internationally comparative research with mentorship from leading experts. Apply now ⬇️

📬 Our newsletter helps you stay on top of issues and developments in UK health and care, with our latest reports, blogs, podcast episodes, events and more. Subscribe now ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3Qrtg65

NHS England’s plans to roll out AI tools are a positive step toward a modern, digitally enabled NHS, but risks remain without a broader long-term strategy for guiding the use of AI across the health system, says our Deputy Director of Policy, Tim Horton. Read more ▶️ https://bit.ly/4gUoN6z

Good health remains out of reach for too many people in the UK. Our Strategy 2030 sets out how we'll focus on improving health, tackling health inequalities, supporting innovation in health and care, and bringing people together to drive change. Read Building a healthier UK: Our strategy 2030 ⬇️

It has been two years since Labour came into office and a year since the 10-Year Health Plan. Against a backdrop of recent political turmoil, we reflect on progress on heath and care reform, some of the major policy milestones, and the inheritance awaiting the next leader⬇️ https://bit.ly/4vNzcpw

New analysis shows NHS trusts vary widely in efficiency. The NHS is delivering more care than before, but costs have risen faster than activity, reducing overall efficiency. Reducing variation could help, but improving efficiency will need system-wide action. Read more⬇️ https://bit.ly/4p2E7QH

PODCAST: We take a closer look at what’s in the government’s Health Bill and what it really means for patients and the public.  Listen now 🎧 https://bit.ly/4fyam7J

Plenary two: Does evidence matter? Health and care reform, political realities and the future role of research. Fascinating and pragmatic insights from our panel speakers Dr @hughalderwick.bsky.social, Dr @becksfisher.bsky.social and Siva Anandaciva, chaired by Prof @profjudithsmith.bsky.social

It's become increasingly difficult in recent years to know how many people in Scottish local authorities are not in work. With this in mind, we built a dashboard which uses tax data to model employment across all 32 local authorities. View it & accompanying report here:

The NHS has set ambitious net zero goals, but they will only be met if sustainability is built into core policy, care delivery and accountability. We brought senior leaders together to discuss how to strengthen accountability for a net-zero NHS. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4oyMoLY

📬 Our newsletter helps you stay on top of issues and developments in UK health and care, with our latest reports, blogs, podcast episodes, events and more. Subscribe now ⬇️ https://bit.ly/49QYx91

PODCAST: We take a closer look at what’s in the government’s Health Bill and what it really means for patients and the public.  Listen now 🎧 https://bit.ly/4fyam7J

Our latest GP dashboard update shows GP partners in decline, now making up just two fifths of the NHS GP workforce and only half when accounting for working hours. Explore the data ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4vhmpLF

EVENT | The NHS 10-year plan one year on: Is the government shifting the health service towards prevention? 📅 Wednesday 1 July, 09:30 Join @zubirahmed.bsky.social, Dr Jennifer Dixon @healthfoundation.bsky.social, @raviguru.bsky.social @nestauk.bsky.social and Ian Walker @cancerresearchuk.org

Writing for @bmj.com​, Senior Policy Fellow Lucinda Allen argues that pressures on the NHS are largely down to funding constraints, workforce shortages and an ageing population with complex health and care needs – not immigration. Read more 👇️ https://bit.ly/4agynwH

Meet our chair🎤 Katherine Merrifield who is Deputy Director at @healthfoundation.bsky.social will be chairing our webinar💻️on 23 September where our panel will explore healthcare devolution to English regions. Register now➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...

Responding to yesterday's @skillsforcare.bsky.social​ report, Senior Policy Fellow Lucinda Allen​ says that without urgent reforms and fair pay, the sector’s future is fragile; therefore, the next Labour PM must focus on social care reform. Read more⬇️ https://bit.ly/4gDPaxB

Our latest refreshed analysis shows that although social care spending in England has increased, it has not kept pace with rising demand and cost pressures. After adjusting for age, spending in 2024/25 was 1.4% lower in real terms compared with 2009/10. Read more 👇

The NHS is often part of debates on immigration. But what does the evidence say? Our new briefing finds the average person who migrates to the UK is more likely to work in the NHS, less likely to use health services and contributes significantly to NHS funding. Read more⬇️ https://bit.ly/3SI3ECF

Join our upcoming webinar, Tackling economic inactivity: local action on mental health and employment, taking place this Thursday, 25 June. We will explore how integrating mental health and employment support can help more people enter, stay in, and thrive at work. Register now ⬇️

Sign up for this week's @healthfoundation.bsky.social webinar: Tackling economic inactivity - local action on mental health and employment. Discussing local employer initiatives to support employee mental health, with PHRST Elevate's Sarah Janac www.health.org.uk/events/webin...

The NHS has set ambitious net zero goals, but they will only be met if sustainability is built into core policy, care delivery and accountability. We brought senior leaders together to discuss how to strengthen accountability for a net-zero NHS. Read more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4oyMoLY

CLOSING SOON: Have you ever thought about applying to join the Sciana Network? We are now accepting applications for cohort 9, with the two-year health systems leadership programme starting in May 2027. The deadline for applications is 30 June 2026. Find out more ⬇️

📬 Our newsletter helps you stay on top of issues and developments in UK health and care, with our latest reports, blogs, podcast episodes, events and more. Subscribe now ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3RWHGvq

Our improved evidence hub on health inequalities now includes a search function and filters for characteristics such as ethnicity, location and disability status. Explore data, insights and analysis on the building blocks of health ⬇️

Catch L&W's @elizabethgerard.bsky.social at @healthfoundation.bsky.social's webinar next Thursday! 📺 This will explore tackling economic inactivity and how integrating mental health and employment support can help more people find and progress in work. ➡️ Register: www.health.org.uk/events/webin...

UPDATED: How much has been spent on adult social care since 2009, how does it compare historically and is it enough to meet the pressures facing adult social care? Our updated analysis explores these three key questions on adult social care funding in England. Read more 👇️

As strategic authorities gain control, can we expect to see better tailored health services that improve people's lives? @mubj.bsky.social​, from the West Midlands Combined Authority, and Katherine Merrifield explore potential impacts of devolution on UK health outcomes ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4o6VRtL

Our GP dashboard provides a picture of the current health of general practice in England. The latest update shows that direct patient care staff numbers have risen and are now at their highest since 2019, while GP and nurse roles have seen little growth. Explore more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4vhmpLF

PODCAST: We take a closer look at what’s in the government’s Health Bill and what it really means for patients and the public.  Listen now 🎧 https://bit.ly/4fyam7J

📬 Our newsletter helps you stay on top of issues and developments in UK health and care, with our latest reports, blogs, podcast episodes, events and more. Subscribe now ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4edoX6f

Join our upcoming webinar, Tackling economic inactivity: local action on mental health and employment, taking place on Thursday 25 June. We will explore how integrating mental health and employment support can help more people enter, stay in, and thrive at work. Register now ⬇️

‘Failure demand’ is an emotive term, but @stephen-rocks.bsky.social​ says the challenge is to turn it from a critique into a useful lens – a practical way of identifying avoidable work, understanding why it arises and redesigning services to improve NHS productivity ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3S0quFq

We are looking for outstanding mid-to-senior level health leaders to join our European initiative, the Sciana Network. Find out more and apply before the application deadline on 30 June 2026 ⬇️

Responding to the latest NHS performance figures, @timgardnerthf.bsky.social​ outlines that rising waiting lists, severe emergency care pressures and new corridor care data show why a robust and credible NHS workforce plan is essential to deliver the government’s ambitions ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3Qidryz