What is the best way for the government to level up the nations health?
\u2018Levelling up\u2019 is one of the government\u2019s main priorities. There are big differences in health between different parts of the country and improving health may be one of the most effective ways to boost the economy. This event explored how improving health can improve economic performance and what policies are most likely to achieve this.\n\nThis event was part of the IfG's fringe events programme at the 2021 Conservative Party Conference in Manchester.\n\nSpeakers:\nJake Berry MP, Chairman of the Northern Research Group and former Minister of State for the Northern Powerhouse\nJo Bibby, Director of Health at the Health Foundation\nCaitlin Doherty, Westminster Correspondent at the Yorkshire Post\nEdleen John, Director for International Relations, Corporate Affairs, and Co-Partner for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the Football Association\n\nThis event was chaired by Dr Gemma Tetlow, Chief Economist at the Institute for Government.\n\nKindly supported by the Health Foundation.