Spectra has contributed to a recent survey by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), which monitors the progress of England’s health system in reducing HIV transmission, following the Government’s commitment to end new transmissions by 2030.
The latest findings show that the UK remains on track to meet this goal, with several encouraging data that came out of the survey. These include a continued decline in overall HIV diagnoses, record levels of people accessing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), and a significant expansion in HIV testing. In 2024, 111,123 people were using PrEP – the highest number recorded to date – while more than 1.3 million people tested for HIV in sexual health services. In addition, over 1.3 million people have been tested through the opt-out blood-borne virus (BBV) testing programme in emergency departments during its first 33 months.
Spectra’s inclusion in the survey highlights our role in supporting these national efforts. We provide a range of services focused on HIV prevention, testing, and support, including community-based testing, sexual health outreach, and targeted programmes for underserved populations. Through its work, Spectra helps increase access to testing and prevention tools such as PrEP, contributing to earlier diagnosis and reduced transmission.
Community-focused organisations, like Spectra, who deliver essential frontline services for marginalised communities, ensuring that support reaches those who need it most, play a significant role in supporting the overall progress towards the 2030 target.