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Local authority funding update
05 February 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the Public Health Grant allocations for local authorities in England for the fiscal year 2024/25.
Action Requested
The government is increasing funding through the Public Health Grant and pilot programme to £3.603 billion, with an additional £70 million annually for stop smoking services starting from 2024/25. This includes targeted allocations of £516 million for drug and alcohol treatment and recovery, and £170 million for Start for Life services.
Key Facts
- Public Health Grant funding increased to £3.603 billion in 2024/25.
- Additional £70 million per year for local authority-led stop smoking services starting from 2024/25.
- Targeted DHSC allocations of £516 million for drug and alcohol treatment and recovery.
- £170 million allocated to improve Start for Life services.
- Real-terms increase of more than 4% over two years in DHSC funding for public health functions.
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