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  1. Older people's policy is now a mess

    Director at Age UK, examines the consequences of the Government's decision on Winter Fuel Payments, and what should be done differently. As of Friday 13 September 2024, it’s official: more than three quarters ... document on that day that says this. So, despite protests from Government spokespeople that everything is going to be fine since the poorest pensioners will still get their Winter Fuel Payment, we now know

  2. Why is the Winter Fuel Payment so important?

    statement, which has removed the Winter Fuel Payment for millions of pensioners. Paul Farmer Our purpose is to ensure that older people are valued – in this case specifically by having equal access to ... Payment for struggling pensioners We believe the decision to make the Winter Fuel Payment means-tested is the wrong one at the wrong time. Why? Many older people who have financial security will say they don’t

  3. In your area

    Find out what services your local Age UK runs near you.

  4. Omicron: what we know and what we should be doing

    Dr Elizabeth Webb, Age UK's Head of Research, discusses what we know about this variant of coronavirus, and how best to protect ourselves.

  5. 80 years of Age UK Norwich

    Age UK Norwich's 80th birthday celebrations mark the organisation's legacy of kindness, and explore what the future holds.

  6. Feeling lonely? information guide

    Everyone feels lonely from time to time. We've brought together information and advice on what helped others and what might help you. Find out more with Age UK.

  7. Professor Ian Deary interview on The Disconnected Mind

    Professor Ian Deary talks about The Disconnected Mind project and what the research could mean for society.

  8. The Alzheimer's Show 2022

    Vicky Bates, a member of Age UK's Information & Advice Content Team, shares what she learned from the show.

  9. Coronavirus: South African and Brazilian variants

    Coronavirus variants dominate the headlines. But what do they mean for risk and the effectiveness of vaccines?

  10. How will I be contacted about the coronavirus vaccine?

    Joel Lewis, Age UK's Policy Manager explains what you should (and shouldn't) expect from the vaccine process.

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