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The ‘radical shift in approach’ towards preventive care proposed by Health Secretary Matt Hancock would align with the goals of many in the charity sector who have long been promoting prevention and early action. But will he put his money where his mouth is?

Simon Bottery considers government interest in a ‘nudge’ approach to paying for social care but cautions against focusing on it in the upcoming Green Paper.

With new research suggesting that the number of people aged 85 and over needing round-the-clock care is set to double by 2035, the government needs to make hard choices if it is to solve the puzzle of social care, says Chris Ham.

Less than a year since its underwhelming first attempt, the government has just released round two of its plan for childhood obesity. What has the government learned since the last time round and is it still pulling its punches?

Simon Bottery explores a key social care difference between England and Scotland and considers whether it’s time for change.

Simon Bottery considers the priorities for the upcoming social care Green Paper.

Helen Gilburt evaluates the government's plan to transform children and young people's mental health provision.

Alex Baylis calls for a more strategic approach to developing the social care workforce.