How Planning Policy Can Shape Healthier Communities
23/03/2025
Jenny Danson
When we think about what makes a healthy life, planning policy probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But where we live, what we have access to, and how our surroundings are designed all play a huge role in shaping our health. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), a key government planning document, has recently been updated—and the changes could have a big impact on public health.
At a recent webinar hosted by the Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) and the Local Health and Global Profits (LHGP) project, experts explored how councils can use planning policy to tackle obesity, improve air quality, and create healthier neighbourhoods.
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