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<p>From 1 October 2015, the Government intends that local authorities take over responsibility
from NHS England for commissioning of public health services for children aged 0-5.
This includes health visiting services and Family Nurse Partnership targeted services
for teenage mothers. Local authorities will receive funding for these new responsibilities.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The Department is aiming to set out 0-5 funding allocations
later in the year. Work is on-going to determine how much money will transfer and
commissioning costs will be considered as part of the overall approach. Funding in
future years will be calculated in the light of the Government’s next spending review.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Locally NHS England’s area teams and local authorities are
working to develop plans, including timescales, for a smooth and effective transfer
of the commissioning role. A programme of regional 0 to 5 years commissioning transfer
events is underway, involving key stakeholders to enhance understanding of future
working arrangements.</p><p> </p>
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