New research shows that the concept of the “postcode lottery” first appeared in 1997 regarding varying access to NHS drugs and treatment. Over time, it has expanded to include regional inequalities in state services and poverty. Austerity policies in 2010 led to a decline in stories about the postcode lottery, shifting focus to reducing the public financial deficit. However, as the impact of austerity policies grew, the term was increasingly applied to struggling public services beyond healthcare. The term “postcode lottery” has evolved and been used by different groups to highlight the challenges of regional inequalities in health and social care.
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Use of the term ‘postcode lottery’ and its meaning has changed dramatically over time, UK study shows
