Sebastian Rees

Principal research fellow and head of health

Sebastian Rees is a Principal Research Fellow and leads the IPPR’s work on health.

Before joining IPPR, Sebastian worked at Healthwatch England, the statutory patient voice body, where he led research on community pharmacy, the NHS complaints process and new roles in healthcare. Prior to this, he led the health policy research programme at Reform, the think tank and worked as a journalist. He has regularly commented on health policy in the national media and his work has been in The Guardian, the Financial Times and the Economist.

He completed a BA and an MSt. in History at the University of Oxford.

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    The heart health divide: Cardiovascular inequalities in Wales

    Our third blog on cardiovascular disease in the devolved nations turns the spotlight on Wales. 
  2. Aerial photo of Belfast Cityscape in Northern Ireland

    Heart of the matter: Cardiovascular inequalities in Northern Ireland

    This second blog in our series on inequalities in cardiovascular disease in the devolved nations focusses on Northern Ireland.
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    Building a healthier, wealthier Britain: Launching the IPPR Centre for Health and Prosperity

    Following the success of our Commission on Health and Prosperity, IPPR is excited to launch the Centre for Health and Prosperity.
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    It takes a village: Empowering families and communities to improve children's health

    How can we build the healthiest generation of children ever?
  5. Doctor with patient for consultation, medical advice or procedure at clinic

    Building the foundations for transformation in the NHS

    The government has published a bold 10-year plan to transform England’s health system which, if fully delivered, will make the NHS of tomorrow look radically different from today’s service. 
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    Taking stock: Counting the economic costs of alcohol harm

    Alcohol consumption across the UK is increasing. Government and employers must act to address the health risks.