The event aimed to foster collaboration between universities, local government, and other partners to improve health outcomes. Discussions centred on the root causes of poor health, identifying vulnerable groups, effective communication of public health information, and joint efforts to enhance wellbeing across London’s boroughs.
Attendees represented various political parties, including Labour, Conservative, Liberal Democrat, and Green Party councillors. Notable attendees included Labour councillor Barry Rawlings, Leader of Barnet Borough Council; councillors Anne Clarke and Anne Hutton; Conservative councillor Peter Zinkin, Opposition Leader of Barnet Borough Council; Brent councillor Tina Amadi; and Haringey councillor Jo Kuper.
As a civic university, Middlesex is committed to social impact and improving quality of life, particularly for disadvantaged communities. The gathering served to strengthen relationships with civic partners and explore how the university's expertise can address regional challenges.
“"As a civic university, we are proud to work alongside local government, NHS and social care partners to improve healthcare across North London. We already play a critical role in training the next generation of nurses, midwives and social care workers, as well as undertaking health-focused research and community engagement initiatives. Today is also an opportunity for us to better understand the challenges facing local communities, where the greatest needs exist and how the University can use its expertise and resources to make a greater contribution. Our ambition to drive positive change across the whole of North London is one we all share."
