One of the aims of the Scottish Health Equity Research Unit is to produce reactive statistical / research briefings that summarise relevant data releases. Designed to improve the accessibility and visibility of important statistical findings, these briefings provide concise, easy-to-understand round-ups that highlight key insights from recent publications. By demystifying complex statistics, methodologies, and data limitations, the unit aims to make this information more approachable for a wider audience.
This reactive stats briefing examines Scotland’s life expectancy data for 2021-2023, revealing persistent inequalities driven by socioeconomic factors and the lasting effects of COVID-19. The findings highlight a notable gap in life expectancy based on deprivation levels, emphasising the urgent need to address the underlying social determinants that contribute to health inequalities across Scotland.
Authors
David is a Senior Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the Fraser of Allander Institute. Previously, he worked in a range of analytical positions across the public sector, primarily as a statistician.
Fiona McHardy
Fiona McHardy is Research and Information manager and is responsible for the overall management and delivery of all research programmes at The Poverty Alliance.