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"A chronically underfunded social care system not only adds pressure to other public services, but more importantly, has a profound impact on people who draw on care, resulting in widespread unmet need."

"Vaccination provides the best protection for those who are at most at risk of the STI. We strongly encourage all those who are eligible to come forward and access the vaccine at your local sexual health clinic – get protected and help protect others too.”

Temperatures in central and southern parts of England are set to peak 30C today and reach official heatwave thresholds over the next three days.

“Bus services provide an essential mode of public transport in local communities, relied upon by millions of people, and councils take their commitment to provide bus services seriously."

“Councils take their responsibilities to maintain and upkeep roads seriously. As changing weather patterns impact roads, local government seeks to innovate and find new ways to respond to the issue." 

Cllr Louise Gittins, Chair of the Local Government Association, which represents councils across England and Wales, said:“We are taking stock of the temporary injunction from the High Court and will be convening meetings with the Home Office, MHCLG and other partners, including the National Police Chiefs’ Council, to understand how best to support our councils following the decision."It will, of course, be for individual councils to determine what this ruling means for them. We know that asylum and resettlement is linked to wider issues such as housing pressures and community cohesion and that

"Without much-needed long-term investment in this essential preventative care service, many older people and those with physical and learning disabilities will continue to be in hospital and residential care longer than necessary. Young care leavers, people fleeing domestic abuse, and those experiencing homelessness will be without stable housing."

No local authority area in the country has more than one dentist providing NHS treatment per 1,000 people, with rural areas more likely to have fewer NHS practices.

“As councils and communities face the stark reality of limited and poor-quality housing supply, this amendment could be a game changer. PDR allows developers to avoid contributing to affordable housing in the local area which has a real world impact – a fifth of families in temporary accommodation could be permanently housed.

Cllr Dr Wendy Taylor, Chair of the LGA's Health and Wellbeing Committee said "Identifying risks early gives people the best chance to take action before problems develop. If you receive an invitation, don’t ignore it. It’s quick, free, and could be one of the most important steps you take for your health and future.