The latest news
Here is a selection of the latest news from the Age Action Alliance and its members. Earlier stories are available by clicking the link at the bottom of the page.
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Age UK: 470k single women pensioners missing out on vital Pension Credit
New analysis shows that, while the numbers of female pensioners in the UK have fallen by 740,000 since 2010-11 because of the rise in State Pension Age, the numbers of women living in poverty have stayed steady at 1.1 million. Almost half of these would be entitled to Pension Credit if they claimed.
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40% of older people putting hygiene and health at risk by cutting back on water use
Around a third of people in England and Wales who are cutting back on their water usage because of cost say it is negatively affecting their health (33%) and personal hygiene (31%).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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”.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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