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  1. One step at a time

    Working with Sport England and the Richmond Group of charities, Age UK has explored how best to help people become more active in later life.

  2. The health and care needs of older LGBT+ people

    Age UK is working to highlight the health and care needs of older LGBT+ people, and what can be done to improve their experiences.

  3. Buy products

    Age UK is the UK's leading charity working with and for older people. Information on products offered by Age UK for the over 50s.

  4. Benefits help for veterans

    Veterans are able to claim a number of benefits

  5. Are you a winner?

    Find out if you've won in this week's Age UK Lottery, or in previous draws, by checking your lottery numbers today. Good luck!

  6. Retirement age

    employers can no longer force their employees to retire at a particular age. It’s up to you when you decide to stop working.  Employers used to be able to force workers to retire at 65 (known as the Default ... means that you can keep working beyond 65 if you want or need to. There are exceptions in some situations where an employer can force you to retire by law, but they must give a good reason why. You may be

  7. State Pension information guide

    If you’ve reached State Pension age, you’re entitled to the State Pension. This is a regular payment made to you by the Government and it’s based on your National Insurance contributions ... more. This guide outlines both systems for claiming the State Pension and advises on getting ready for retirement. It covers: the two different systems for claiming the State Pension – the basic State

  8. Coronavirus variant: 30% increased mortality?

    Dr Elizabeth Webb explains what this means for us, while reminding us to follow the rules to minimise our risk.

  9. Making local voices heard during coronavirus

    required a local response, as well as a worldwide one. We discuss how the Age UK network has been working to influence decision-makers for their communities.

  10. What makes you happy?

    From building a routine to eating good food and keeping active, we want to know what makes you happy this International Day of Happiness.

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