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New evidence says every step counts to improve your health

  • Even small increases in physical activity in those who are not currently active can make a big difference to your health, Chief Medical Officers say.
  • All activity counts, from walking and taking the stairs to sports.
  • Everyone benefits no matter their fitness level, including those with long-term conditions.
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Have your say on tougher restrictions to make vapes less appealing to children and young people

  • Proposals include plain packaging, shop display restrictions and limits on flavour names
  • All four UK nations are consulting together on new rules for vaping products
  • Public and businesses asked to have their say before October 2
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New national indicators to monitor progress in literacy and numeracy

New national indicators for literacy and numeracy will provide a clearer picture of progress and support raising educational standards.