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.

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

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

"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."

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.

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.

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.

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

🚨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.

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.

🚨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!

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

🚨 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.

🚨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

🪔 Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating! As families come together to share light, hope and renewal, we’re reminded of the importance of creating a brighter future for every child. Let’s make sure every child in the UK can grow up with the opportunity to thrive – in health and in life. ✨

🚨 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

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

Alongside colleagues from across the House, I've written to the PM calling for the 2-child benefit cap to be abolished. The evidence is now overwhelming - it entrenches poverty, punishes families for their circumstances & undermines the futures of thousands of children.

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.

Children have spoken – and they are clear about what must change. The Children’s Commissioner’s School Census shows exactly what young people want. And it’s a wake-up call for the Government. #PutChildrenFirst www.thetimes.com/uk/education...

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

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

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

We have a one-in-a-million #FeelGoodFriday post for you this week... 🤩 Alder Hey has developed a life-saving new treatment for a rare condition called Vein of Galen Aneurysmal Malformation (VGAM), which affects just one in a million children.

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.

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

Amazing women! Well done, Lionesses!

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

Families living in areas of higher poverty – such as the North of England – are less likely to have access to healthy, affordable food and more likely to have children who live with obesity according to our recent APPG report www.healthequitynorth.co.uk/northern-chi...

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

Over the past year, an additional 37,000 children have been affected by the two-child benefit cap, bringing the total to 1.6 million. The government should take bold and immediate action to support vulnerable children to live better and healthier lives. inews.co.uk/news/politic...

Over one million children are living in homes causing asthma and chronic illness, according to a new report by the @rcpch.bsky.social This cannot continue. The government must #PutChildrenFirst to give every child the chance to fulfil their potential. t.co/3nsZvQrPdb

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Today our year-long Raising the Nation Play Commission into why play is critical to the wellbeing and development of children publishes its Final Report, #EverythingToPlayFor. It’s time to reclaim childhood with a National Play Strategy for England. www.centreforyounglives.org.uk/news-centre/...

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.

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

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

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.

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

'Children in England's most deprived areas are less likely to achieve good developmental goals by the age of five'. www.theguardian.com/inequality/2...

Free school meals for children whose parents are on Universal Credit is a crucial step towards reducing the record-high child poverty rate. At @alderhey.nhs.uk, we're seeing children with illnesses typically found in adults, driven by rising poverty. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 1/2

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

4.5 MILLION children live in poverty in the UK. This should worry all of us.