BMA: Supporting a healthy childhood: The need for greater investment in services in England

Author Helen Mthiyane
Posted 2020.02.20

Despite the correlation between adverse childhood experiences and an increased prevalence of physical and mental health problems, there is insufficient investment in England across a range of services to support a healthy childhood.

In this report you'll find:

  • Analysis of spending on children's social care in 2019/20.
  • Recommendations for a cross-government 'healthy childhood strategy', and
  • Recommendations to reverse budget cuts to children's services in England.

Download this report on the BMA website.