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Men’s health: The lives of men in our communities

Men's health is a critical public health issue, with men experiencing higher rates of certain diseases and a shorter life expectancy compared to women. On average, men die nearly four years earlier than women and face disproportionately higher rates of cancers, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and suicide.

Building Fairer Towns, Cities, and Regions: Insights from Marmot Places

In the wake of the influential 2010 report "Fair Society, Healthy Lives" and its follow-up in 2020, by Professor Sir Michael Marmot, the concept of Marmot Places has emerged as a beacon for addressing health inequalities across the country. These places focus on the social determinants of health (SDoH) to create fairer, healthier communities.

Organisational information

To improve transparency and accountability within local government, the LGA is publishing details about their organisation and the salaries of their workforce.