Consultation on a new National Public Health body

The Scottish Government is consulting on the proposals for a new national public health body in Scotland, to be known as ‘Public Health Scotland’

Public Health Scotland will have an important role in translating public health intelligence and evidence into policy and practice; and realising the value of data to influence ever more meaningful connections locally, nationally and with communities to improve health and wellbeing.

The consultation  document and further information are online at  – https://consult.gov.scot/public-health/public-health-scotland/

The CLD Standards Council has submitted a response to the consultation –

Download: New National Public Health body consultation CLDSC Response