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Stagnant Life Expectancy Trends
- Life expectancy stagnated in the UK from 2009 to 2023, breaking a century-long trend of improvement.
- The health penalty of deprivation is worse in the Northeast than in London for the same deprivation level.
Funding Cuts Fuel Health Inequality
- Larger cuts in local government spending correlate with worse life expectancy outcomes.
- The poorest communities had the biggest cuts, exacerbating health inequalities.
Marmot Cities Improve Health
- Cities adopting the Marmot principles coordinate local government, health services, and community groups.
- Even with limited funds, this collaboration can improve child development and employment outcomes.