Chief Medical Officer's Annual Report 2026: Health in Rural Areas and Small Towns

Join Professor Chris Whitty, England's Chief Medical Officer, for an exclusive online discussion of his latest annual report, Chief Medical Officer's Annual Report 2026: Health in Rural Areas and Small Towns.

The report explores the health and wellbeing of people living in rural communities and small towns, highlighting key challenges including access to healthcare, transport, workforce capacity, deprivation, housing and changing demographics that will shape future demand for services.

This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from Professor Whitty about the report's findings and recommendations, and to consider what they mean for local government leaders, councillors and partners working to improve health outcomes in their communities. The session will include an opportunity for questions and discussion.

Whether your area is predominantly rural, centred on market towns, or grappling with the challenges of health inequalities beyond major cities, this session will provide valuable insights into one of the…