Case studies

Gloucestershire County Council set up a rapid testing centre at the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester in early December, before launching one in the community.

Although winter weather and snow can be fun for some, these weather conditions are also associated with an increase in illness and injuries. Cold weather increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes, lung illnesses, flu and other diseases. People slip and fall in the snow or ice, sometimes suffering serious injuries.

An interview with Dr Arif Rajpura, Director of Public Health, Blackpool council.

An interview with Professor Ivan Browne, Director of Public Health, Leicester City Council.

An interview with Director of Public Health (Greater Lincolnshire) Professor Derek Ward

An interview with Jason Strelitz, Corporate Director for Adults and Health, London Borough of Newham.

An interview with Louise Wallace, Director of Public Health, North Yorkshire Council.

An interview with Professor Steve Maddern, Director of Public Health, Swindon Borough Council.

An interview with Stephen Gunther, Director of Public Health, Walsall Council.

By helping establish a new partnership with the local NHS and voluntary sector, Ribble Valley District Council has started championing healthy living and wellbeing in its rural communities. This case study shows how district councils have improved the health of their local areas.