CEO @iHealthVisiting IHV Fellow. Proud to be a health visitor, working for a ‘best start’ for all children.
England, United Kingdom
Joined April 2014
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
We invest heavily in urgent treatment centres, triage algorithms and flow management to reduce avoidable A&E use. Yet, we’ve allowed the preventive structure of early childhood to crumble. myemail.constantcontact.com/…
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
We've made the decision to leave X as it no longer aligns with our ethical principles. Thanks for engaging with us!
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Last week, we released our 2025 Annual Report - a snapshot of all the amazing work that has been achieved by the iHV over the past year. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for #PublicHealth & #HealthVisiting in the earliest years.
Full report: buff.ly/NAL3jJL
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Government must recruit 1,000 new health visitors, say MPs
At least 1,000 more health visitors must be recruited and mandated visits should be increased from five to six as capacity grows,
#NHS #nursing #healthvisitors #healthcare
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Government must recruit 1,000 new health visitors, say MPs nursinginpractice.com/latest…
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Health visitor numbers ‘falling off a cliff’ - inquiry reveals impact of deepening workforce cuts - CYP Now cypnow.co.uk/content/analysi…
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Today, the Health and Social Care Committee published its long-awaited report on its Inquiry into the First 1000 Days. It highlights the UK has some of the worst health outcomes for young children in Europe.
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join iHV as PIMH Lead. The successful candidate will lead the iHV’s mental health portfolio which includes the highly regarded PIMH Champions training programmes, Forums and networking events.
Closing date 4 Feb
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#Jobs
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Want to understand the emerging science on screen harm in young children? 👶🏿👶🏼👶🏾
Why families, professionals & govts @bphillipsonMP need to be concerned ‼️
Watch @ProfSamWass keynote lecture at @iHealthVisiting Leadership conference in December- a lightbulb moment for many 💡👇
Delegates at our recent iHV Leadership Conference were wowed by a brilliant presentation by @ProfSamWass.
By popular demand, we are making the recording of the session open-access to enable more people to hear these important messages.
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
The Government has started 2026 with a clear statement about its plans to prioritise children’s health & child health services. iHV welcomes these plans - an important opportunity to learn from the past and build a better future for our nation’s children.
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
"Speak out and speak up."
Donna Ockenden, who has led reviews into maternity services at several hospitals in England, speaks to Today about the changes she wants to see implemented, and gives her advice to prospective mothers.
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Fantastic to hear today’s announcement from @wesstreeting that the government will prioritise children’s health & child health services👏This is very welcome news 👶🏾👶🏼👶🏿
Currently, child health services are seriously underpowered to meet the scale of need-this must be a priority
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
“Parents will take bullets for their children… I don't think that's reflected sufficiently in the state.”
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says healthcare for children hasn't been given the 'priority it deserves', in an interview for the start of the Today's Babies series.
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Health visitors are already trusted faces in communities across the country.
By allowing them to offer vaccinations, we’re reaching families who need support most and building a health service that works for everyone.
Read more:
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Feeling v humbled to receive this award for doing a job I love 👶🏾👶🏼👶🏿
This is for all HVs & everyone working for a best start for all children 🌟
I’m privileged to work with so many wonderful people. TY for everything you’ve taught me & all we’ve achieved together 🙏
iHV is delighted that its CEO, Alison Morton, has been awarded OBE in the King’s #NewYearHonours List. This prestigious award recognises Alison’s exceptional contribution to #HealthVisiting and her leadership in supporting families across the UK.
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Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Feeling incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to present and learn from so many who are working passionately to improve outcomes for children across our nation. The most inspirational and motivating day! Very thankful to have been able to attend thanks to the support from @NHSCTrust - a great time to be a part of #TeamNORTH @iHealthVisiting #iHVLeadershipConference2025 @UlsterUni @MallonWendy – at Broughshane, Northern Ireland
On Weds, we came together as a #HealthVisiting community for the annual iHV Leadership Conference “Leading Health Visiting: Creating the future”. And what an unforgettable day it turned out to be!
Find out more about our exciting day:
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#iHVLeadership2025
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Sharing a moment from this week’s @iHealthVisiting Leadership Conference with my practice supervisor @Annemarie_15am — a reminder that excellent supervision shapes the care families receive. When students are nurtured, challenged, and truly supported, they become practitioners who lead with compassion and make a difference. Feeling very thankful for those who helped me to grow in confidence and encouraged me to use my voice as a health visitor. #iHVLeadershipConference2025 @iHealthVisiting @UlsterUni – at Broughshane, Northern Ireland
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
On Weds, we came together as a #HealthVisiting community for the annual iHV Leadership Conference “Leading Health Visiting: Creating the future”. And what an unforgettable day it turned out to be!
Find out more about our exciting day:
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#iHVLeadership2025
Alison Morton OBE💙 retweeted
Brilliant conference💙@Alison_Morton2 Thanks to all @iHealthVisiting and speakers🩷Really inspiring day, left reflective and proud of health visiting🩷What a unique and much needed profession 💙🩷💙