Publications

This update is in reference to the Public Bodies Climate Change Duties Report. It is intended to comply with the areas of reporting mandated by Scottish Government, enabling them to compile a composite report for the NHS.

This guidance provides a consistent approach to investigation, risk assessment, communication and control measures when elevated levels of lead are found in drinking water

This is the first annual report, summarising the advancements and accomplishments gained during the 2024 to 2025 implementation period of Public Health Scotland’s (PHS) Adverse Weather and Health Plan (AWHP).

The Climate Impact Indicators (CII) Feasibility Report aims to inform Public Health Scotland’s work to produce a set of climate health impact indicators and supports PHS’ Climate Change and Sustainability programme. The report explores the feasibility of developing indicators to assess the impacts of climate change on the health of the population in Scotland. It includes a summary of how health is affected by climate change, in particular the impacts of heat, cold, flooding, and air quality. Additionally, the report outlines definitions and parameters for proposed indicators to monitor the impact of climate on health and describes the data sources that can be used to create these indicators. The report recommends that an initial set of indicators are developed focused on the direct impacts of heat and cold periods on health. It is planned that Scotland’s first set of climate health impact indicators are published on the ScotPHO profiles website as a new section in the autumn of 2025.

This plan sets out the Public Health Scotland (PHS) commitment to helping minimise the health harm caused by adverse weather in Scotland.

This progression framework aims to help public sector organisations in Scotland recognise and make the most of their power as ‘anchor institutions’ in order to improve outcomes for local people and the environment.