The scrapping of NHS England: What does it mean for healthcare geography?
The announcement of NHS England’s planned scrapping is a radical move by the government that could have wider implications for the structure of healthcare delivery in England At Polimapper, we wanted to understand how the absorption of NHS England into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) would impact healthcare geography and healthcare data […]
Nationwide Polimapper Case Study
Sophie Lomax from Nationwide explains how Polimapper has become a key part of their MP engagement strategy.
Tooth extractions due to decay rise 17% among children in England
In England, during the 2023/2024 financial year, 31,165 tooth extractions were performed on children and young people (aged 0-19) due to tooth decay, the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities reports. This represents 66% of the total 47,581 tooth extractions carried out on this age group and shows a 17% increase in decay-related extractions compared […]
41% of students missing significant school time
In England, 41% of pupils missed at least 10% of classes in the 2024/2025 Autumn term, according to data recently published by the ONS. Average attendance was 94.8% for primary, 91.9% for secondary, and 87.4% for special schools. Richmond upon Thames had the highest primary (95.7%) and secondary (94.1%) attendance. Newham showed the lowest special […]
Constituency data: parliamentary engagement
Parliamentary events offer a unique opportunity for organisations to present their causes, campaigns, and data directly to policymakers. With MPs and decision-makers gathered in one place, it’s vital to make every interaction count. A cornerstone of impactful advocacy is constituency-specific data. By grounding discussions in the lived realities of their constituents, organisations can create a […]
UK claimants rise as job vacancies shrink again
The UK Claimant Count rose in January 2025, hitting 1.750 million amid a continuing decline in job vacancies. The estimated number of vacancies, dropped by 9,000 to 819,000 in the quarter from November 2024 to January 2025. Although vacancies have fallen for 31 consecutive quarters, they still remain higher than pre-pandemic levels. Regionally, the picture […]
Drug seizures in 2024: record volumes
Drug seizures in 2024 reached record-breaking levels, latest figures reveal. In total, law enforcement agencies confiscated 12.8 metric tons of illegal substances, up from 11.4 metric tons the previous year. The most significant rise was seen in Class A drugs, with cocaine accounting for 6.1 metric tons of the total haul – a 15% increase […]
Tooth decay in 5-Year-Olds drops, but regional disparities remain stark
New data released on Tuesday by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) highlights persistent inequalities in dental health among England’s 5-year-olds, despite a slight national improvement. The survey for 2023/24 revealed that 22.4% of children experienced obvious dentinal decay – down from 23.7% in 2021/22. The North West and London recorded the highest […]
National apprenticeship week: Apprenticeship starts rise
New figures released by the Department for Education during National Apprenticeship Week show a 1.3% rise in apprenticeship starts, with 132,560 new apprentices embarking on their training between August 2023 and October 2024. The figures indicate a growing interest in vocational careers, with overall apprenticeship participation increasing by 2.1%, bringing the total number of learners […]
Renewable Electricity Installations, Capacity and Generation in 2023
Between 2022-2023, the UK’s capacity to produce renewable energy increased by 5.2%. However, the amount generated only increased by 0.3%, highlighting the gap between production capability and realised electricity. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) published updated statistics on renewable electricity for all four nations in October 2024. This data offers relevant […]