Led by Alder Hey Children's Charity, Put Children First is campaigning to ensure children and young people are at the heart of government policy. #IgniteTheSparks https://putchildrenfirst.info/ 🧡 also follow @alderheycharity.org 💙https://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.infohttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3mqmgje6vus27The latest @rcpch.bsky.social State of Child Health Report shows that too many indicators of children’s health and wellbeing are worsening, with progress stalling across the UK. Our comment is below and you can read the report findings and recommendations here - bit.ly/44plm0v14 Jul 2026 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqmgje6vus27https://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3mopoyzse7s2yGreat to catch up with Put Children First supporter @ianbyrnemp.bsky.social and to show him around our new Neonatal Unit, which will transform care for our smallest patients. We’re looking forward to continuing our work with Ian as the campaign builds momentum @alderheycharity.org20 Jun 2026 10:55 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3mopoyzse7s2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3mhy3t6bojc22New data shows 4 million children in the UK are living in poverty. These figures don’t yet reflect the impact of the new Child Poverty Strategy, but scrapping the two‑child limit will make a real difference. There’s still more to do, but long‑term action can ensure every child has the best start.26 Mar 2026 17:09 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhy3t6bojc22https://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3mftytyievc2lWe were pleased to welcome Peter Dowd MP for Bootle to Alder Hey today, to highlight our #PutChildrenFirst campaign and talk about how we are improving children and young people's health and wellbeing in Merseyside and beyond. @alderheycharity.org #alderheyinnovation #childrenshealth27 Feb 2026 15:15 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3mftytyievc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3mdx6es6fyc2tToday the Bill to end the two‑child limit begins its journey through Parliament. The policy is responsible for driving child poverty to record highs, harming children and young people’s health. We’ve joined 65 other organisations in asking all MPs to support this Bill - bit.ly/4tuzFfA03 Feb 2026 10:41 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdx6es6fyc2thttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3mdfmkhqfyk2t"We must focus on how we deliver a brighter future for our children and young people. Young people are clear on their worries, concerns and their priorities. They want opportunities for the future, better access to physical and mental health support and communities where they belong."27 Jan 2026 11:07 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdfmkhqfyk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m6mejzhkqs2nCEO of @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft joined BBC Radio Merseyside today to discuss the removal of the two-child limit. "Alder Hey's got a mission to give children the best possible start in life [...], and this was the single biggest way that the government could do that". #PutChildrenFirst.27 Nov 2025 12:26 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6mejzhkqs2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m6m2sfy3wc2xCEO @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft, responds to the Budget and what scrapping the two-child limit from April 2026 will mean for children and young people. Massive shout-out to all of the tireless campaigners who have called on the Government to end this policy. #PutChildrenFirst.27 Nov 2025 09:32 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6m2sfy3wc2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m6hxm4atj22cGreat to see Wes Streeting today at the King's Fund to set out the Government’s ambition for children’s health. But the real highlight? Young people themselves. They asked the toughest questions, set the right priorities, and reminded everyone in the room what’s truly at stake.25 Nov 2025 18:24 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6hxm4atj22chttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m6hwghwuo22chttps://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/rachel-reeves-budget-decision-could-3293140225 Nov 2025 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6hwghwuo22chttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m6h2bpiegk26Great to be attending @thekingsfund.bsky.social today for this important conference.25 Nov 2025 09:39 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6h2bpiegk26https://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m5lm7km6pk2y🚨Introducing Jai! 👇 Jai is an incredibly talented cook and wants to be a chef when he grows up. For a time, he couldn't attend mainstream education as it wasn't suitable for his needs. Jai is calling on the government to listen to children and young people so they can fulfil their potential. [contains quote post or other embedded content]14 Nov 2025 11:46 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5lm7km6pk2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m5izqrrjms2fCEO of @alderheycharity.org, Fiona Ashcroft, spoke on BBC Radio as we join 100+ charities urging the government to scrap the two-child limit in the upcoming budget. For too long, children have been left behind, and now child poverty is at a record high. It’s time the Chancellor #PutChildrenFirst.13 Nov 2025 11:10 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5izqrrjms2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m4sfnmu4fc26🚨Next up, introducing Kacey of @lpoolcouncil.bsky.social👇 Kacey wants to be an occupational therapist. She is passionate about supporting children and young people. She is frustrated that politicians aren't putting children first and fancies herself as a future Prime Minister one day! [contains quote post or other embedded content]04 Nov 2025 11:12 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4sfnmu4fc26https://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m4sds23ae22qDelighted to be joining the Anti-Bullying Schools' Project 5th Anniversary event at the beautiful St George's Hall in Liverpool04 Nov 2025 10:38 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4sds23ae22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m4d5phlbcs2k🚨 First up, on our youth panel spotlight series, our ballroom dancer, Sophia! 👇 Sophia wants the government to prioritise children so they have the opportunity to be happy and creative, just like her. [contains quote post or other embedded content]29 Oct 2025 09:40 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4d5phlbcs2khttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m4d5ha375c2z🚨Introducing our #PutChildrenFirst Youth Panel 👇 This group of talented children and young people have been brought together to speak on behalf of the campaign and for children across the UK, calling on policymakers to ensure every child can fulfil their potential. 1/229 Oct 2025 09:35 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4d5ha375c2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3m3koxsfj522e🪔 Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating! As families come together to share light, hope and renewal, we’re reminded of the importance of creating a brighter future for every child. Let’s make sure every child in the UK can grow up with the opportunity to thrive – in health and in life. ✨ https://media.tenor.com/CGO9y4i_OaUAAAAC/jagyasini-singh-diya.gif?hh=498&ww=49819 Oct 2025 16:12 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3koxsfj522ehttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lzxgarnsn22b🚨 The #PutChildrenFirst campaign is at the #LabourPartyConference, ready to host our panel and launch our new 'Imagining a child-first NHS: connecting children and families to healthcare through innovation and technology' policy paper. 👇 Watch this space from 11.15 for live updates #Lab2529 Sep 2025 06:50 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzxgarnsn22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lzvz5syqzk2pDelighted to be attending a session with The Children’s Commissioner and a wonderful panel of speakers and CYP ambassadors.28 Sep 2025 17:23 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzvz5syqzk2phttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lyxjxulur22kChildren and young people account for 25% of the UK population, yet just 11% of NHS expenditure. It's time the government #PutChildrenFirst with a renewed approach to children's health through an NHS which is: ➡️Child-first; ➡️Digitally enabled; ➡️Preventative and community care-focused.16 Sep 2025 14:32 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyxjxulur22khttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lycytv5ges2yChildren have spoken – and they are clear about what must change. The Children’s Commissioner’s School Census shows exactly what young people want. And it’s a wake-up call for the Government. #PutChildrenFirst https://www.thetimes.com/uk/education/article/vulnerable-pupils-need-more-support-beyond-school-gates-255db8gtk08 Sep 2025 10:32 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lycytv5ges2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lxhoaqla222jChildren and young people are our future scientists, innovators, artists, medics and entrepreneurs of the U.K. But for too long, children’s health has not been a political priority, and now child poverty is at a record high. It’s up to us to #IgniteTheSparks #PutChildrenFirst28 Aug 2025 13:40 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxhoaqla222jhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lwvzbndnpk2zAlmost two-thirds of 11-year-old English girls report having multiple health issues at least twice a week. This is more than any other country in Europe. It's time to #PutChildrenFirst #FutureForEveryChild21 Aug 2025 13:10 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwvzbndnpk2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lwrb5wct5c2sIn the most deprived areas of the UK, nearly twice as many children have untreated tooth decay. The government must tackle the dental crisis among children urgently and #PutChildrenFirst #HealthEquity19 Aug 2025 15:47 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwrb5wct5c2shttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lvb3iy2xus2xChildren and young people account for roughly a quarter of the UK population. Yet, only 5% of the total health research funding is dedicated to their needs. This must change if we are to address the growing health inequalities faced by children across the UK.31 Jul 2025 11:58 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lvb3iy2xus2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3lv44yeo4s22gObesity levels among children in reception in the most deprived areas of the UK are more than double those of children in the most affluent areas. This cannot continue. Every child must be given the opportunity to fulfil their potential. #FutureForEveryChild #HealthEquity29 Jul 2025 12:42 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3lv44yeo4s22ghttps://bsky.app/profile/putchildrenfirst.info/post/3luxsbbrilc25Amazing women! Well done, Lionesses! [contains quote post or other embedded content]27 Jul 2025 19:19 +0000at://did:plc:llbwaqpcleuu74h3txbwt2df/app.bsky.feed.post/3luxsbbrilc25