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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Fears over lack of support for ageing LGBTQ+ population
A rapidly growing older LGBTQ+ population is facing a future of poorer health, more limited finances and greater social isolation than their heterosexual peers without urgent action, a new report is warning.
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New 40% requirements for accessible homes is “a missed opportunity”
Campaigners have cautiously welcomed new requirements in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) but warn that the delivery of accessible homes must exceed the new minimum 40% threshold if the country is to come anywhere close to meeting the current high levels of demand in the future.
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£1.5m grant fund to support older carers experiencing financial hardship
Independent Age is distributing £1.5 million in funding to projects supporting carers aged over 65 who are living on a low income.
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Age UK: “Delayed discharges up nearly 70% in five years”
In a new report the charity says that: “Recent governments have taken their eye off the ball on delayed discharges – up nearly 70% in five years. At least 6.75 million bed days a year are being lost to delayed discharges costing the NHS £229 million in June alone.
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A tale of two 60s: The growing gulf between the haves and have-nots
A new Centre for Ageing Better report warns that more than one in four people in their 60s are living in financially precarious circumstances – and their numbers are set to grow significantly over the next few years.
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Housing 21 appoints next Chair
Housing 21 has announced the appointment of Jane Holbrook as the next Chair of the Board to take over when Elaine Elkington steps down as Chair in September 2026.
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Survey reveals how more intergenerational living could help tackle Britain’s loneliness and housing crises
Britain faces two growing crises: loneliness and housing. Now a new survey points to ways in which both problems could be tackled by the generations working together to develop solutions that work for all ages – including multigenerational living. Chronic loneliness is a problem for almost four million people in the UK[1] and the negative…
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Older women being shut out of starring roles in films
More of the UK’s top films from the past three years feature a lead actor called Chris than have a female lead actor over the age of 60, new analysis from the country’s first national anti-ageism campaign reveals.
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A quarter of people aged 55-64 in England are physically inactive
New research from Age UK shows that lack of confidence and self-perception are holding many 50–65 year-olds back from group activities and team sports.
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Ageing Better: Government should aim higher on accessible homes minimum targets
Analysis carried out by the Centre for Ageing Better last year revealed the enormous shortfall across the country in accessible housing which means that 12 million people do not have their accessibility needs met by the property they live in.
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Anchor residents keep clear of the sharks in unforgettable Virtual Reality experience
Residents at Anchor’s Pemberley Place later living development in Bath have been experiencing the wonders of Virtual Reality (VR) – taking them overseas, to concerts… and even underwater.
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From fitness to friendship: Why walking football is a win for Norwich’s Over-50s
Age UK Norwich walking football club is gaining well-deserved recognition after being featured on BBC Radio Norfolk – and it’s easy to see why.
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