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Investing in home improvement could boost our economy, make homes safer and save lives

Our new report reveals how a small investment in improving the safety, heating and accessibility of the nation’s poorest-quality homes could have substantial economic benefits.

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Ray of hope for older workers in gloomy labour market stats

Latest official data shows rising unemployment and record-high long-term sickness but also more encouraging signs for the employment prospects of older workers.

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IPSO ruling on Jeremy Clarkson column should lead to this important change to the Editors’ Code

Earlier this summer, the Independent Press Standards Organisation (Ipso) ruled that columnist Jeremy Clarkson discriminated against the Duchess of Sussex when he used an article in the Sun to describe his “hatred” of her with a series of sexist tropes.

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Ageing Better responds to suggestion over 50s should look for jobs in the ‘gig economy’

The Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride recently suggested that older workers consider work in the ‘gig economy’, such as being a Deliveroo driver.

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Ageing Better Urges UK Government to Fulfil Accessible Homes Pledge in Financial Times Letter

More than a year has passed since the government pledged to raise minimum accessibility standards for new homes, but no action has been taken yet.

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Tackling the country’s poor housing crisis requires a local approach on a national scale

Our country has a poor housing crisis, with almost 10 million people living in poor quality homes across England that are cold, in need of repair or have serious hazards.

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Local authorities lead the way in creating a more inclusive workforce

Recent analysis by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals older workers are a significant part of the local government workforce.

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The clock continues to tick on unfulfilled accessible homes promise

Many older and Disabled people continue to struggle to find appropriate housing that meets their needs.

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