Annual Report 2022/23 - Data Updates and Analysis
Conclusion
In summary, the indicators show a mixed picture: some have shown improvement, others have shown none and some have worsened, whether socio-economic, health or participation indicators. Whilst increased physical activity, more employees and a decrease in children living in low income families are favourable; almost half of the population do not earn enough to live well; there has been a 31% increase in foodbank usage; and children living in low income families remains higher than pre-pandemic levels.
There is evidence of some economic recovery in some sectors since the pandemic, in addition to a higher number of employees and lower underemployment. On the other hand, some sectors continue to struggle due to labour shortages.
The number of children who are not a healthy weight in Primary 1 and people drinking at harmful levels has reduced compared to the year prior, however, the data is not at target levels.
The Shetland Partnership will continue to monitor data and indicators over the next year. Updates to indicators will be added to the website, when new data becomes available. The Management and Leadership team will also continue to lead and inform on strategy for the Partnership. This includes supporting the new Delivery Plan.
