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Lord Patel (CB)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 18 May 2026

Debate

Healthy Life Expectancy: England

Contribution

My Lords, healthy life expectancy is a mix of two data: a more precise life expectancy and a much cruder self-reporting of the stages of health. This leads to a confusing interpretation and therefore is not helpful in policy-making decisions. We have to find and seek better information about healthy life expectancy and the parameters that affect it, to be more effective in policy decisions. Does the Minister agree?

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