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  1. Accessible days out in the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh

    Our guide looks at some the best attraction in Scotland which are perfect for those with accessibility needs - including Edinburgh Castle and Abbotsford House.

  2. The importance of eating well in later life

    In the UK one in ten people over 65 are undernourished or at risk of undernourishment. Age UK explains the importance of eating well as we get older.

  3. Solitude and loneliness in the age of coronavirus

    Solitude, which examines the various reasons people have chosen to be alone since the 18th century.  In light of the coronavirus outbreak and Government measures to prevent the spread of the virus, it’s ... years ago,” says David, speaking to Age UK from his home in Shropshire, where, like everyone else, he’s practising social distancing while keeping in touch with loved ones (he has three children and four

  4. Getting lower earners a fair deal in pension saving

    Auto-enrolment's success is good news – in years to come it will help many older people have a higher income than they would have otherwise enjoyed, and Age UK continues to support it. In April 2019, the contribution ... and this co-funding arrangement will in most cases benefit the employee, who can still opt out of the scheme if they wish. 'Net pay' can mean 'not paid' One anomaly in how the government contributions are

  5. Key advice when thinking about going abroad in 2021

    Is it OK to travel abroad? With the lifting of the ‘stay-at-home’ order in England and more than ten million people in the UK having had two vaccine doses, many of us have started thinking about going ... App, or get a paper version by calling 119. More information .  As the coronavirus restrictions in the UK continue to ease and more of us have been vaccinated, many are beginning to think about planning

  6. Age UK

    tackle a hidden crisis Nearly 2 million older people in the UK are living in poverty, unseen and forgotten. But you can help fight this crisis hiding in plain sight. Get involved Volunteer with us Whether

  7. Helping older people stay safe and well at home

    Age UK is running programmes across the country to help older people stay safe, warm and comfortable in their own homes.

  8. Spokespeople

    Our spokespeople have a diverse and comprehensive knowledge of issues that affect older people in the UK and around the world. To arrange an interview or to find out more about our spokespeople, please ... joining Age UK she worked in the voluntary sector, as a senior civil service and policy advisor, and for the Local Government Association. A former chair of the End Child Poverty campaign Caroline is particularly

  9. General Election 2024

    struggle with isolation, a lack of connection and local support. Many feel excluded, isolated and fearful, in some cases because their communities face the greatest deprivation or discrimination. It’s taking ... taking a toll on their mental and physical health, and after earlier progress pensioner poverty has been rising again. What we're asking for When we ask older people from all walks of life what they want

  10. The Winter Fuel Payment: we did it!

    announced that they are reinstating the Winter Fuel Payment for everyone over the State Pension age in England and Wales with an income of, or below, £35,000 a year will get the Winter Fuel Payment ... ahead to the coming winter with more confidence. There is more to do to tackle the scourge of fuel poverty, which impacts people of all ages. We will continue to campaign on this including the need for an

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