Life expectancy in the UK saw no improvement between 2015 and 2017 as the number of people aged over 90 hit a record high, latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data reveals.
According to data published by the ONS today (25 September), life expectancy at age 65 years in 2015 to 2017 remained the same across all four UK countries for males and females, with the exception of males in Northern Ireland where it declined by 0.1 years. Life expectancy at birth also remained unchanged at 79.2 years for men and 82.9 years for women. This is the lowest improvement in life expectancy recorded since the start of the series in 1980 to 1982. The highest annual improvements in life expectancy at birth in the UK were in 2009 to 2011. Separate ONS data published today ...
To continue reading this article...
Join Professional Adviser for free
Signup and gain exclusive members-only insights
- Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
- Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
- Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
- Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
- Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
- Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes
