Andy Burnham's call to abandon '40 years of neoliberalism' has been backed by a new study published in The Lancet. The study found that death rates in northern England were 13% higher than in the south in 1981, and this gap had more than tripled to 42% by 2024. This is due to deindustrialisation and austerity, which have stripped secure employment from many communities in the north of England.
North-South Divide: Burnham Calls for Redistribution of Wealth
UKPulse News DeskA new study published in The Lancet found that death rates in northern England were 13% higher than in the south in 1981, and this gap had more than tripled to 42% by 2024.
- Death rates in northern England are 42% higher than in the south due to deindustrialisation and austerity
- Reducing regional inequalities requires redistribution of wealth, not just devolution
Why this matters: Closing the health gap between northern and southern England could add £18bn a year to its economy
What this means for you: If you live in a deprived area, you may be affected by the lack of resources and investment in your community.