The new network was formed in October 2014 and is being run by the Royal Society for Public Health, the Association of Directors of Public Health and Sustain members the Faculty of Public Health and the UK Health Forum. These organisations were concerned at the fragmentation of Public Health in the UK at a time when it faces severe financial and professional challenges. See a full list of Sustain members.
Sustain: Sustain The alliance for better food and farming advocates food and agriculture policies and practices that enhance the health and welfare of people and animals, improve the working and living environment, enrich society and culture and promote equity.