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What is the longitudinal study of ageing in England? A Deep Dive into ELSA

First launched in 2002, the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA) was initiated to address policy and scientific needs concerning England's ageing population. As the UK's population of those aged 65 and over is projected to grow significantly, understanding the multifaceted experience of growing older has become a national priority. **What is the longitudinal study of ageing in England?** It is a nationally representative panel study gathering detailed information on the economic, health, and social circumstances of people aged 50 and over in England.