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  1. Helping older people stay safe and well at home

    During the winter months, many older people face tough decisions about whether to keep their home warm or pay for other essentials, such as food and rent. We're helping older people who are in or at risk ... risk of fuel poverty through our Warm Homes Programme. As the weather gets colder, chest infections and increased blood pressure are more common. In some cases, this can put older people at a higher risk

  2. Why are energy bills going up?

    is a time of fear and frustration for older people, many of whom already struggle to make their payments. But why is this happening? How has the Government responded? And what happens next?  Why has ... wholesale prices soaring. High prices have continued into 2022 and are expected to persist through to 2023. In response, Ofgem, the energy market regulator, has announced that the Energy Price Cap will increase

  3. Championing change

    days later, Age UK delivered a huge 650,056 signatures in support of our campaign to Save the Winter Fuel Payment for struggling pensioners. It was an extremely cold day, providing a reminder to everyone present ... million pensioners living alone and in poverty, or just above the poverty line, have lost their Winter Fuel Payment this year, and we know that this will have had a substantial impact on many people’s

  4. Voter ID rules in England

    Due to changes that were introduced in October 2023, you'll need to bring photo ID to the polling station to be able to vote in elections in England.

  5. State Pension

    The State Pension is a regular payment made to you by the government once you reach State Pension age. Find out more from Age UK.

  6. Reports and briefings

    We publish reports and briefings on a vast range of topics, from loneliness to age friendly banking.

  7. Stories to celebrate, experiences to learn from

    As we reach the end of Black History Month 2023, it's important that we remember that giving a voice to Black older people in this country is essential throughout the year.

  8. Festive fundraising

    Join us this Christmas and fundraise - together, we won’t let older people spend a winter alone.

  9. Explaining the energy crisis and what can be done about it

    Research officer David Southgate explains the Government’s options for supporting older people this winter.

  10. Personal care budgets

    Personal budgets and direct payments give you more control by allowing you to choose how your care budget is spent. Find out more on what to do here from Age UK.

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