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Is the UK truly the best country to grow up and grow old in?

The House of Commons recently debated whether the UK is the best country to be an older person. Unfortunately we're far from that being a reality.

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Older worker employment still stalling two years on from pandemic

Employment of older workers is still failing to recover to pre-pandemic levels, with almost a quarter of a million more people aged 50-64 economically inactive.

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Community connections predict wellbeing as we age

New evidence from the COVID-19 pandemic highlights how stronger local connections are linked to better wellbeing, particularly as we age.

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What does ageism look like?

Ageism is the most widespread form of discrimination in the UK. And it will likely impact us all at some point, particularly as we get older.

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'Age-positive image library' shortlisted for prestigious charity award

Our image library has been shortlisted for this year’s Charity Awards, for its positive and realistic portrayals of people aged 50+.

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Supporting older people to remain online in the 'new normal'

Research conducted for Ageing Better is showing that lockdowns have had a profound effect on the way older people are using the internet.

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Further blow to labour market as Queen’s Speech fails to deliver on long-promised Employment Bill

The Queen’s Speech again fails to include legislation granting Carers’ Leave or flexible working for all employees from day one.

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Now is the perfect time to unleash the full potential of flexible working

This week’s Queen’s Speech is the optimum moment for the UK Government to make good on its commitments to flexible working and Carers’ Leave.

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Latest research from others

Age UK
14 Mar 2024
The report explores factors affecting the mental well-being of older people in the UK.
Ribera-Casado, J-M., European Geriatric Medicine
29 Feb 2024
This paper examines age discrimination, emphasising its prevalence and detrimental impacts on older people.
Age UK
29 Feb 2024
This report outlines the nature and impacts of the Windrush Compensation Scheme, calling for reform to ensure fair and equitable compensation and treatment.

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