The Labour Government is increasing funding for public health services in Southampton, as part of a £200 million national funding boost to the Public Health Grant – the biggest real-terms increase after nearly a decade of reduced spending under the Conservatives.
As part of Labour’s plans to improve health outcomes across the country and build healthier communities, local public health services will be given more money to deliver prevention programmes, tailored to their residents.
Southampton City Council will receive more than £20 million to help drive key health services, from help to stop smoking to addiction recovery and children’s health, and to help fund family and school nurses, sexual health clinics and other public services in the local area.
The Government is currently running a national conversation to help build a health service fit for the future and shape a new 10 Year Health Plan for England. The plan will set out how we can focus on preventing sickness, not just treating it, with the investment announced in line with this aim.
After nearly a decade of cuts under the Tories, I am delighted that Labour continues to deliver on our promise to improve health outcomes across the country as part of our Plan for Change.
This funding will help drive key health services in our community, prevent people from falling into ill health, and relieve pressure on the NHS. I’m so pleased that this Labour Government is delivering for our community in Southampton Test.