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  1. Making sure ‘no one has no one' this winter

    that the chances of dying from the virus have been more than twice as high for Black people than for White people, even after taking into account differences in the size and age of these populations in England ... light at the end of the tunnel – but we must help older people get through winter first The good news we are all hearing about vaccines mean that there is definitely some light now at the end of

  2. Key findings from our Ageing While Black report

    age in comparison to older people from White backgrounds. For example, 31% of pensioners from Black backgrounds are living in poverty in comparison with 16% of White pensioners; Black Caribbean older households ... be in poor health than people from White backgrounds, and rates of poor health among Black Caribbean men and women are equivalent to the rates of poor health among White men and women aged 10 years older

  3. The Equality Act

    local gym refuses to give you a membership because of your age. Indirect discrimination This is when a good or service has criteria which have the effect of being discriminatory against a person because of ... wide range of different types of places and organisations. The law applies to places that provide goods or services, and it also covers employment matters too. That includes, for example: Consumer services

  4. Be your own boss

    They: aim to make income by selling goods and services are set up to specifically make a positive difference reinvest the profits they make to help others. They are a good choice if your motivation is to put

  5. Home security tips and advice

    windows fitted, ensure they come with good locks as it can be tricky to add better ones later. When getting your doors and windows fitted with locks, it's a good idea to check your locksmith is an approved ... which a burglar could use to break into your home. Make sure that any doors are solid and fitted with good locks. Keep garage windows and doors locked – particularly if your garage is attached to your

  6. Financial jargon buster: financial terms explained

    to pay back a loan. Deflation The opposite the inflation, deflation is a decrease in the price of goods and services, and the value of wages. It usually happens during a recession. Dividend Payments that ... economic decline, when unemployment rises and the GDP (Gross Domestic Product – the value of all the goods and services a country produces in a year) goes down. Remortgage When you change your mortgage deal

  7. Winter illnesses

    health whatever our age, but as we get older, our immune systems find it harder to fight off bugs. The good news is that there are things you can do to protect yourself and stay warm and well during the winter

  8. Grandparents' Day

    worsened. But I decided then that I’d remember and cherish those moments – the good and the not-so-good – for the both of us. Vic By Jessie, Senior Direct Marketing Executive Grandad Vic

  9. Age UK Weekly Lottery

    works Just £1 per entry! Select how you'd like to pay. Enter your details and we'll send your numbers. Good luck on your future wins. Get involved by entering the Age UK Weekly Lottery, and you'll also have

  10. Our sustainability mission

    save money.Charity shops often house a range of unique items,including one-off pieces and designer goods, which can also set you apart from the crowd 2. Donate old toys Parents often feel their homes are

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