Issue - meetings

The Board received a report from the Director of Public Health, which advised of the launch of the Marmot Report: All Together Fairer written by Professor Sir Michael Marmot on health inequalities.

The report was written by Sir Michael and his team of researchers in partnership with Cheshire and Merseyside’s local authorities.  It set out measurable actions for each area, as well as the sub region as a whole, to create a fairer, equitable society.

The Director’s report summarised the implications of the findings for Halton and presented comparisons with neighbouring authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside.  The report outlined actions still required and gave some examples of actions already taking place, following the publication of the Marmot Report.

It was commented by one Member that the recent rise in the cost of living would only exacerbate inequalities across Halton, particularly in the more deprived wards.  The Board discussed their concerns regarding the health inequalities in life expectancy locally and across Cheshire and Merseyside.  

The Director of Public Health welcomed suggestions from Members that could help to offer solutions in combatting inequalities for the communities in Halton.   Further to a request from the Chair, she would provide Board Members with updated ward information on life expectancy, once this was finalised by analysts.

RESOLVED:  That the report is noted.