London Health Inequalities Strategy - London Councils Response

London Councils welcomes the publication of the draft London Health Inequalities Strategy and supports the general approach proposed to galvanise key stakeholders in London to take action to reduce health inequalities and improve the lives of people living in London.

The role of Mayor of London and the commitment under the Greater London Authority Act (GLA) 2007 provides a real opportunity to ensure that the issue of health inequalities continues to feature as a key element within the other Mayoral strategies both those in the consultation phase and those already published, including the London Plan, Economic Development Plan and the London Housing Strategy.

London Councils agrees with the notion that local authorities as key stakeholders can play a major role in driving the strategy but also recognises that health inequalities is not just about achieving better health outcomes but addressing the whole well-being agenda. Local authorities have responsibility for public services including housing, planning, leisure services and services for children and young people and it is essential when looking at provision of these services that we seek ways to improve the well-being of our communities that will really make a difference in people's lives.

London Councils has played an active part during the consultation process. It is envisaged that following the end of the consultation exercise, and the final publication of strategy, there will be discussions about the development of a delivery plan where a clear set of priorities for implementation will be established. 

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