This week, we delivered a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) workshop for members of the Yorkshire and Humber Association of Directors of Public Health Network. The session brought together public health leaders, analysts and practitioners to explore how data can support decision making and help tackle local inequalities.
Led by Professor Nik Lomax, Professor Michelle Morris, Lizzy McHugh and Robyn Naisbitt, the workshop introduced attendees to HASP’s data resources and demonstrated how place-based data can provide deeper insights into local challenges.
Participants explored case studies from Bradford, York and Northumberland, alongside demonstrations of HASP tools including the Priority Places for Food Index (PPFI), PPFI and Index of Multiple Deprivation Explorer, Nutrient Profile Model Calculator and SIPHER Inclusive Economy Dashboard.
The session also included interactive breakout discussions, giving attendees the opportunity to use HASP tools and datasets to investigate issues relevant to their own areas and consider how these insights could support policy development, service planning and public health practice.
Professor Michelle Morris, Deputy Director of HASP, said:
“Place-based data helps us move beyond national averages to understand the realities of people’s lives in different communities. By combining data, tools and local knowledge, we can build a stronger evidence base for tackling inequalities and improving health outcomes. It was fantastic to work with colleagues from ADPH Yorkshire and the Humber and explore how these insights can support public health practice.”
Nicola Corrigan, Karen Horrocks and Claire Mathews, from the OHID North East and Yorkshire Region Health and Wellbeing Team, co-organised this workshop and stated:
“Understanding and using data well is an essential part of effective public health practice, particularly when working to shape the wider environmental determinants of health and wellbeing. We were really pleased to support a session that helped colleagues explore practical, insightful tools which can strengthen capacity, capability, and confidence across the public health system. Thank you to the HASP team for sharing their expertise and creating such a useful opportunity for learning and discussion.”
This workshop forms part of HASP’s ongoing commitment to supporting local authorities and public health professionals with accessible data, practical tools and research expertise.
