Articles tagged with: older people

06 Mar 2024 Parliament

Too old, or too young? The age of our politicians shouldn’t matter

Age is now very much ‘a thing’ in US politics. Even I hold my breath when I see Joe Biden wobble up to the microphone, so I can hardly imagine what it must be like for his Democrat supporters.

19 Sep 2023 Social affairs

Lib Dem Deputy Denies Pension Triple Lock Creates "Intergenerational Injustice"

Daisy Cooper, deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats, has defended the state pensions triple lock and said she does not believe that it leads to “intergenerational injustice”.

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17 May 2023 Economy

A Fair Deal for Key Workers

There are two workforces whose efforts keep the country running without the recognition they deserve: older workers and key workers. These two groups were absolutely integral to the country’s battle with COVID and everyday they are helping to power the UK’s economic growth.

Pandemics, plastic bags and planning: What can data tell us about government policy?

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02 Nov 2022 Health

Pandemics, plastic bags and planning: What can data tell us about government policy?

How do we know if a policy works and gives value for money, or has unintended consequences? The longitudinal data of Understanding Society can help to find the answers.

21 Apr 2022 Social affairs

The government is boosting take-up of Pension Credit – and our parliamentary colleagues can help us

Claims for Pension Credit were up 30 per cent in 2021 compared with 2019. It provides a massive financial boost to vulnerable pensioners. As well as putting extra money directly in pensioners’ pockets, it also opens up access to other benefits, such as help with rent and council tax, heating bills, free NHS dental care and free TV licenses for the over-75s.

Later life matters: The case for an Older People’s Commissioner for England

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20 Apr 2022 Health

Later life matters: The case for an Older People’s Commissioner for England

The State of Ageing 2022, a new comprehensive review of public data by the Centre for Ageing Better, shines a light on people’s worsening experiences of growing older in England and strengthens calls for an Older People’s Commissioner.

05 Jan 2022 Health

Coping With Care: The Hidden Crisis Facing Unpaid Carers

Millions of unpaid carers were left without respite or support during the pandemic – to the detriment of their health and wellbeing.

01 Jan 2022 Health

An ageing population requires proper investment in social care

Millions of people work in and draw upon the adult social care system, which exists to support everyone who uses it to live the life they want to lead, no matter their age, ability or health condition.

Meeting Tomorrow’s Needs Today: how can we support sustainable living in later life?

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29 Jul 2021 Environment

Meeting Tomorrow’s Needs Today: how can we support sustainable living in later life?

Addressing climate change is the biggest issue of our lifetimes. Since the first industrial revolution over 200 years ago, economic growth and the advances that have flowed from it have been almost entirely driven by fossil fuels.

09 Jun 2021 Health

People With Dementia Are Falling Victim To "Predatory Marriage" Because Of A Loophole In The Law

The government is facing urgent calls to close a loophole in marriage rules to protect vulnerable people and their families from "predatory marriage".

27 May 2021 Health

In the age of social distancing we must combat loneliness by bringing meaningful connections closer to home

Government must “design out” loneliness from people’s lives by building housing, neighbourhoods and infrastructure with social connection in mind.

08 Feb 2021 Health

Government must urgently change the law to end blanket ban on care home visits

People don’t forfeit their human rights when they go into care. They must not be denied the right to face-to-face visits from significant family and friends during the pandemic.

15 Jan 2021 Health

Government must act now to delay onset of age-related diseases

People are living longer, but many of these extra years are spent in poor health. The priority for both public health and economic policy interventions need to be those living in deprivation.

30 Nov 2020 Coronavirus

It’s more important than ever we make sure older people are not forgotten this Christmas

Many older people have been heeding the warnings to take extra care and will stay hunkered down alone this Christmas. We must not forget to keep in touch and let them know we care.

If we are going to get the ageing society right, we need innovation

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03 Nov 2020 Health

If we are going to get the ageing society right, we need innovation

Legal & General are determined to build the great ageing society. We need to bring innovative thinking to the way we support older people - it is another example of inclusive capitalism at work.

03 Nov 2020 Health

We need to build society around older people

We must place older people at the centre of all we do.

How online yoga and dance classes have kept the elderly fit during the pandemic

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22 Oct 2020 Communities

How online yoga and dance classes have kept the elderly fit during the pandemic

For Dhirajlal Jugatram Master, 84, and his wife Bhanumati, 79, the classes – delivered via Facebook Live by the National Lottery-funded community organisation Apna Virsa – have proved a fantastic way to stay fit during the coronavirus pandemic.

22 Oct 2020 Communities

Older people are facing severe and constant threats to their health, wellbeing and quality of life

While the Government provides much needed support to businesses and industry, it would be tragic if vulnerable elderly people were forgotten a second time, just because they are out of sight and out of mind.

The dogs beating loneliness one woof at a time

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15 Oct 2020 Communities

The dogs beating loneliness one woof at a time

Thanks to funding from the National Lottery, Wag & Company are providing elderly dog lovers with a dose of canine company in their own homes, in care homes and in hospitals.

09 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Labour accuse ministers of ‘passing the buck’ as BBC says it will not extend free TV licences further in Covid-19 crisis

Labour has accused the Government of “betraying” older people after the BBC announced it will press ahead with ending free TV licences following a two-month reprieve for the coronavirus pandemic.

06 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

The Government should show compassion for our elderly and restore free TV licences for over 75s

Rather than celebrate its success 20 years on, we now fight for the survival of this vital social benefit, which continues to serve as a key lifeline for many older people confined to their homes during the coronavirus pandemic.

03 May 2020 Coronavirus

Ex-pensions minister warns of ‘social unrest’ if over-70s forced to stay in after coronavirus lockdown lifted

There could be “social unrest” if the over-70s are told to stay in coronavirus lockdown while younger people return to work, a former pensions minister has warned.