A celebration of 100 years' achievement in child health.

This, the second of a two-part article, will reflect upon the gains made in the health and welfare of children within the UK over the last 50 years of the 20th century. It will show how government reforms covering health, welfare, and education have continued to improve all aspects of children's lives. It will also show how nursing, midwifery, and health visiting have tried to continue to meet the changing needs of children and their families. Lastly, it will highlight the increasing rate of change during this time and predict what may await children and young people in the first part of the new millennium.