Professor Sir Michael Marmot visits Liverpool

Earlier this week, Liverpool proudly hosts Professor Sir Michael Marmot, a leading global advocate for health equity. His visit aims to elevate the Fairer, Healthier Liverpool initiative, highlighting Liverpool’s commitment to tackling health inequalities as the city works towards achieving Marmot City status by 2025.

Securing Sir Michael’s visit is a significant milestone, emphasising Liverpool’s dedication to improving public health and reducing inequalities. The day’s agenda promises impactful discussions, drawing from Sir Michael’s renowned work in health equity.

Visit highlights

Morning Session with Liverpool City Council Management Team

The day began with a roundtable session with Liverpool City Council’s Management Team, focusing on critical priorities, including the City Plan, Health 2040, and housing strategies. This session provided local leaders an opportunity to share insights and gain valuable feedback from Sir Michael, which could shape Liverpool’s future health strategies.

Meeting with the Public Health team

Sir Michael then engaged with Liverpool’s Public Health Team to discuss current priorities, specifically their alignment with Marmot principles, a framework that emphasises social determinants of health and equitable outcomes. This dialogue reinforces Liverpool’s direction in public health strategy.

Community Engagement at Everton in the Community’s People’s Place

Sir Michael’s visit then extended to the Everton and Anfield areas, where he toured the Healthy Homes programme and witnessed the work being done on the ground to improve health equity. This session featured presentations from Fairer, Healthier Liverpool partners, including End Furniture Poverty and Citizens Advice Liverpool, showcasing the impact of collaborative efforts in the community.

Towards Marmot City Status by 2025

Liverpool aims to achieve Marmot City status by 2025, committing to address health inequalities through initiatives focused on social determinants of health. This goal aligns with the Cheshire and Merseyside All Together Fairer programme, which prioritizes equitable health outcomes across the region.