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Charity welcomes review of how older victims are treated – but urges action

The charity Hourglass, which campaigns against elder abuse, has welcomed a new inspection by His Majesty’s Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) – but is also warning about court delays.

March 5, 2026
Independent Age calls for energy efficiency improvements for older private renters

Independent Age has called on the UK Government to ensure that plans to raise the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) in the private rented sector (PRS) benefit tenants in later life.

March 5, 2026
The nation’s healthy life expectancy continues to decline

The stark figures show new record lows for healthy life expectancy and a widening gap between rich and poor places.

February 20, 2026
Older people urged to check their finances after cold spell

Following the recent cold weather, Age UK is reminding older people to check their finances and make sure they are receiving all the financial help they’re entitled to.

February 18, 2026
Mr Motivator urges fitness operators to rethink services for older adults

Derrick Evans MBE, better known as Mr Motivator, has warned that the fitness industry is overlooking older adults, one of the UK’s fastest-growing populations.

February 18, 2026
Organisers announce date, location for Global Intergenerational Congress

Hosted by Generations Working Together, with support from expert researchers and practitioners worldwide, the Congress will feature cutting-edge research, projects, and practices across a wide range of intergenerational topics.

February 16, 2026
Revealed: the age when you become too old to be fashionable… or employable

People no longer look good wearing the latest fashions and cease to be seen as a desirable hire by employers when they reach their mid-50s, according to new polling from the anti-ageism campaign “Age Without Limits”.

February 16, 2026
ILC are recruiting a finance trustee

ILC – the UK’s leading authority on the impact of longevity on society – is recruiting a new finance trustee.

February 12, 2026
Independent Age calls for “flawed” mixed-aged couples rule reversal

Independent Age is urging the UK Government to end a controversial rule that blocks mixed-age couples from accessing vital support like Pension Credit.

February 11, 2026
Age UK London: “Help us protect the Freedom Pass”

In January 2026 the media reported that London Councils were planning to review the Older Persons’ Freedom Pass. Age UK London is asking people to voice their support and help prevent it from being lost.

February 9, 2026

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