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Robyn Dowlen, Research Associate, Division of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Manchester

'Leeds 2023': can investment in culture improve a city's health? Yes, but more ambition is needed

The city of Leeds under a rainbow. Lison Zhao/Unsplash

With an ageing population, NHS England waiting lists are shockingly high. Amid a national mental health crisis, it makes sense to look for creative solutions.

There is a growing interest in the value of arts and culture in supporting health and wellbeing. For example, the government’s Know Your Neighbourhood Fund, aimed at tackling loneliness, has earmarked £5 million to expand arts, culture and heritage activities across 27 target areas.

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