About Dr Jatinder Hayre

Dr Jatinder Hayre is a respected, award-winning public health academic and practising medical doctor whose work centres on health inequalities and the social determinants of health. Born into a working-class family in the Black Country, the son of a cleaner and a metal worker, he rose to academic prominence through diligent scholarship and a commitment to improving the lives of medically underserved communities. Over the years, he has produced influential research and publications that have shaped national health policy in the United Kingdom, whilst maintaining a focus on collaboration and inclusive dialogue.

Dr Hayre contributes insights aimed at advancing equitable health strategies, particularly for children, whose unmet needs and vulnerabilities drive much of his advocacy. Balancing clinical practice with a genuine passion for social justice, he engages with grassroots campaigns to promote accessible and fair healthcare for all. His approach blends meticulous academic work with practical, on-the-ground efforts, ensuring that policy recommendations are both evidence-based and deeply rooted in community realities.

Underscored by a belief in the power of collective action, Dr Hayre’s leadership reflects a humility derived from firsthand experience; he remains steadfast in championing the rights of those most affected by health inequities. By bringing together research, policy, and advocacy, he continues to support transformative initiatives that pave the way for a more just and compassionate society.

Professional Expertise

Dr Jatinder Hayre’s research interests and professional expertise lie firmly at the nexus of health equity, policy innovation, and clinical practice. His work addresses the multifaceted social determinants of health, emphasising child health inequalities, poverty-related health disparities, and the broader systemic issues that perpetuate uneven healthcare outcomes. As both a practising medical doctor and an academic, Dr Hayre consistently integrates evidence-based approaches into high-level policy discourse; he has contributed to the Independent SAGE Group, Queen Mary University of London Wolfson Institute of Population Health, amongst other academic institutions, shaping national strategies through robust data analysis and critical evaluations of public health interventions.

Recently, his seminal book, The Lost Generation of COVID-19, rigorously analyses and explores the pandemic’s lasting impact on children and young people across the UK. Insightful and far-reaching, this book is an indispensable resource for students and scholars in the health sciences and political science, as well as for policymakers dedicated to these important issues.

Underpinning this expertise is a comprehensive portfolio of peer-reviewed publications, as well as commissioned policy reports examining how societal factors: housing, employment, and education impact population health. Grounded in his frontline clinical experience, Dr Hayre harnesses insights from epidemiological research, machine learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration to develop actionable models that target at-risk communities. His commitment to ensuring equitable access to healthcare is further evidenced by his advocacy and leadership roles: spearheading initiatives within NHS Trusts and grassroots networks; lobbying for policy reforms around Universal Credit; and championing a “whole system” approach to tackling issues ranging from obesity to resource allocation amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The result is a dynamic blend of academic rigour, clinical expertise, and hands-on activism, informed by a steadfast belief in the transformative power of collaborative, data-driven solutions.