The manifesto sets out the charity’s priorities and the practical steps they believe can help drive meaningful change to make London a better place for all older Londoners. 

The manifesto – titled “Are London’s councils ready for agheing?” – sets out the charity’s priorities and the practical steps they believe can help drive meaningful change to make London a better place for all older Londoners. 

There is also an in-person Campaigning Skills Workshop taking place on Tuesday 31st March from 11:00 to 13:00 followed by a light sandwich lunch.

The workshop is designed to increase knowledge and build confidence to campaign for change ahead of the local elections and will take place in the church hall at the rear of Christchurch Blackfriars, 27 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8NY, on the south side of Blackfriars Bridge.

Says Liz Drury, CEO, Age UK London:  “We know that London is a complicated city where lots of things can be true all at once. 

“Our own research shows that while many older people in London love the city, it is also a place where far too many older people experience deep poverty, exclusion, and ageism.

“From social care and accessing support, to the condition of pavements, the services provided by our local councils affect almost every part of our lives. 

“Ahead of the council elections in London on 7th May 2026, Age UK London is publishing this important manifesto. This manifesto will be sent to election candidates to increase awareness of key issues and action that can make a significant difference. 

“The document is based on consultation with over 750 older Londoners and local London Age UKs who provide invaluable support for older people across the city. 

“We have also incorporated our own research findings alongside contributions from our partners at the London Age Friendly Forum and the Greater London Forum for Older People.

“We urge council leaders to read this document and think carefully about how we can all work together to make London a great place to grow older.”

Register to attend event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/campaigning-for-change-local-elections-may-2026-tickets-1983973047793?aff=oddtdtcreator&dm_i=47X,96HO3,8BSQRP,12HGG5,1,0,0,0

Download manifesto: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/bp-assets/globalassets/london/campaigns/council-elections-2026/ageuk_manifesto26_final.pdf