Legal & General publishes latest wave of the Rebuilding Britain Index

Sir Nigel Wilson, Group CEO of Legal & General: “Joined-up action is vital to creating thriving, prosperous communities all over the UK. While there are some green shoots of progress, the latest tranche of data from our study underlines the long-term commitment and investment required to address the unequal distribution of wealth, opportunity, and even good health around the country.

“Those we spoke to are right to propose a rounded approach. By investing in infrastructure, building quality homes, and supporting wellbeing in the workplace, we have a real opportunity to create the conditions for better health and all the benefits this brings.”

John Godfrey, Director of Levelling-Up at Legal & General: “We often talk about the role that Government plays in improving the lives of those living and working in the UK, but businesses also wield significant influence. There are very practical decisions that UK businesses can make that can have an immediate difference to the lives of many.

“We know that many in the lower income brackets often lack access to workplace health benefits, receive low rates of statutory sick pay, and work unsociable hours – all things that drive them further from better health outcomes. If these approaches are adopted by employers more widely, independently or in collaboration with Government—as is being considered by the Treasury for those who may require support to take on health-related expenses—they can make a significant difference to those most in need.”