If you're at #Lab25 and near the ACC, why not pop down to meet our team and show your support for older people living on a low income #MakeAgeingFair

Kicking off #Lab25 with our event with @thefabians.bsky.social at 3.15pm today exploring the rising cost of growing old and how politicians can tackle pensioner poverty. Join us at The Bluecoat this afternoon to find out more! #MakeAgeingFair

Sun is shining in Liverpool today. @independentage.bsky.social is at Labour Party Conference speaking to politicians and delegates about the changes older people on a low income need to see #Lab25

The UK Govt’s proposal to extend the Warm Home Discount until 2030/31 will provide vital reassurance to the many older people we support who are forced to sleep in coats because of the cold. But this support does not go far enough. www.independentage.org/news-media/p...

Powerful @trusselluk.bsky.social and @jrf-uk.bsky.social event at #LDconf on the importance of tackling hunger and creating an essentials guarantee so everyone has enough money to live well. Fantastic points made by @helenbarnard.bsky.social @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social and other panel members

Fantastic to see everyone at the civil society reception organised by Lloyds Bank Foundation. Great speeches from @lisasmartmp.bsky.social and @maxwilkinson.bsky.social on the importance of the sector and the. As a direct service provider and a grant funder @independentage.bsky.social agrees!

Very engaging Peers all Ears event at @libdems.org.uk conference. Useful insight into the influence of the second chamber. I asked a question about how Peers can ensure the #RentersRightsBill moves through parliament at pace. Older #renters living on a low income don't have time to waste! #LDconf

If you're at @libdems.org.uk conferenece, come and join @independentage.bsky.social and @ippr.org today at 11:30 at the Highcliff Mariott Hotel to learn more about the challenges older #renters face and some of the solutions that could help #LDconf

Looking forward to day 2 of #LDconf, but first a little trip to #Narnia to procure some Turkish delight

I'm in Bournemouth this weekend attending the @libdems.org.uk conference speaking to MPs, Peers and lib dem members about the key policy changes @independentage.bsky.social thinks are needed to tackle poverty in later life #LDconf

Almost 1 in 3 older people in Scotland have skipped meals in the last 12 months. In a wealthy and compassionate society, nobody should be worrying about meeting basic living costs. We can end pensioner poverty in Scotland. The time for action is now. campaigns.independentage.org/page/79357/s...

At @independentage.bsky.social we know many older people living on low income are cutting back on the water they use to save money. This problem affects people of all ages. Great to see so many orgs supporting the need for a national water social tariff and calling on the UK Govt to establish one

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Want to help solve the renting crisis? Apply to join our team as a Research and Engagement Officer! Deadline: 9am, 15/09/25 Salary: £37,500 Location: WFH (with some travel) Contract length: 12 months ⬇️ www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.a...

Great to have worked with others on this powerful new research looking at how to tackle high #energybills for people living on a low income; including expanding the #WarmHomeDiscount and creating an energy #socialtariff

Join Generation Rent as our Research and Engagement Officer and help tackle one of the UK’s biggest challenges, improving life for millions of renters. Deadline: 9am, 15/09/25 Salary: £37,500 Location: WFH (with some travel) Contract length: 12 months uk.linkedin.com/jobs/view/re...

Older people on a low income don't need to do anything to receive the Winter Fuel Payment, it'll be paid automatically. Scammers are trying to prey on people not knowing this. Please share! #winterfuelpayment

Here they are, our One Minute Briefs #MakeAgeingFair shortlist! 🌟 Let us know what you think! If you're feeling inspired, why not join us as a campaigner and help us #MakeAgeingFair: campaigns.independentage.org/page/79357/s...

Yesterday we launched a challenge with One Minute Briefs calling for posters to support our new #MakeAgeingFair campaign! Look back at the brilliant responses encouraging people to speak up for the almost 2 million older people in financial hardship: www.facebook.com/independenta...

1 year ago today the Chancellor announced the #WinterFuelPayment would be restricted. At @independentage.bsky.social we campaigned to change this, alongside older people affected and other orgs. In May the Govt u-turned. Campaigning is powerful, join us: campaigns.independentage.org/page/79357/s...

Fantastic to see the impact made by the amazing community organisations we support through our @independentage.bsky.social grants fund #grant #grants #grantfunding #funding #funder #olderpeople #ageing

The Work and Pensions Committee published their Pensioner Poverty Inquiry today. A deep look at poverty in later life; the impact on individuals & society, alongside examining the changes needed. @independentage.bsky.social was pleased to contribute & share the voices of older people on a low income

Thanks to @bigissue.com for featuring our piece on the new Pensions Commission; why @independentage.bsky.social hope it'll be a game changer for future pensioners, and why we still think system change is needed for people currently experiencing poverty in later life: www.bigissue.com/opinion/pens...

Great to see the report from the Independent Water Commission. At @independentage.bsky.social we know the negative impact rising water bills have on older people living on a low income. A national social tariff would make a big difference #water #watercommission www.gov.uk/government/n...

Good to join the Secretary of State and Minister @torstenbell.bsky.social at the relaunch of the #PensionsCommission today. The First Commission was truly transformative, so I've got high hopes for this one and how it will positively impact generations of future pensioners...

"Boring? Pensions are about life and death, about fairness, duty, self-reliance. Pensions are about security, freedom and comfort for millions of people." Great piece from @jkirkup.bsky.social on the new UK Govt Pensions Commission being launched today #pensions www.thetimes.com/comment/colu...

Thanks to Housing, Communities and Local Government committee for inviting @independentage to give evidence on experiences of older #privaterenters. Positive changes on horizon but action needed to increase #HousingBenefit and pass the Renters Rights Bill asap www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

It was inspirational to hear about the fantastic and creative work happening at City Hospice. The team there do such a fantastic job trying to ensure financial security isn't an additional worry that the people they support experience #grant #grants #grantfunding #grantfund

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand at #SCC25! It was great to meet so many people and share our research on how to build a pensioner poverty strategy in Scotland. If you missed us, you can look back at our most recent briefing here: www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...

Big news today for older people on a low income, who should now all receive the Winter Fuel Payment! Brilliant that the voices of those of us across society who care about this issue have been heard, and acted on #winterfuelpayment

Just watched #TheBalladOfWallisIsland and it was absolutely exceptional! Funny, heartwarming, painful. Loved it. youtu.be/T9smxlnKNz0?...

Chief Executive @joanna-elson.bsky.social: The UK Govt has recognised that too many older people do not have enough money to live on. But what we need now is clarity on who will be eligible for #WinterFuelPayment so that no one has to endure a cold home this winter. www.thetimes.com/business-mon...

Great blog from @michelleravenor.bsky.social shining a light on the inequalities that exist among older people living on a low income, and what can be done to improve the systems: medium.com/independent-... #pension #pensioners #winterfuelpayment #olderpeople #poverty

Sounds positive but older people living on a low income need clarity quickly on who will receive Winter Fuel Payment next year. Currently the income threshold is set too low, which means too many on a low income in later life are missing out

Manchester shining bright today. Great to meet @grahamwhitham.bsky.social this a.m and learn more about the fantastic work of @resolvepoverty.org. Then this p.m I got to speak to the retired members of @usdawunion.bsky.social about how @independentage.bsky.social supports older people in poverty

Chief Executive: @joanna-elson.bsky.social: There are currently 1.9 million older people living in poverty across the UK. That’s 16% of the older population. This is too high. It’s unacceptable that so many older people are going to bed cold, hungry and worried.

Our new report shines a spotlight on the different groups of #olderpeople who don't have enough money to live on, inc those receiving everything they're entitled to but still making severe cut backs. Thanks to everyone who shared their story and to @michelleravenor.bsky.social for her excellent work

Great to attend @moneyandmentalhealth.org strategy launch yesterday. Inspiring speeches from @martinlewis.moneysavingexpert.com @helenundy.bsky.social, members of the MMHPI research community and corporate partners who support their work

Great to join @age-uk.bsky.social in Westminster yesterday for their Act Now Age Better launch. @independentage.bsky.social fully support the importance of upholding the rights of people as they age and the need for a Commissioner for Older People in England and Scotland

Fantastic blog from @paulkissack.bsky.social on the need to reject 'there is no alternative' narratives. "Government is all about making choices. To govern is to choose." Policymakers need to be less TINA and more RICH medium.com/@paul.kissac...

Sheffield Park in the full flush of spring @nationaltrust.org.uk

A warm welcome to the new #BSGAgeismSIG Together we’re building a space to share ideas, research and action to tackle #Ageism. @britishgerontology.bsky.social We’d love to hear from you. Do spread the word to others who care about this. To join the group email [email protected]

Some very interesting insights from the Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) on which groups are more likely to live on a low pension in later life. Echoes some work @independentage.bsky.social will launch later in the month www.pensionspolicyinstitute.org.uk/research-lib...

Thanks to all the amazing #londonmarathon2025 runners who raised money today for @independentage.bsky.social and to everyone who gave it a go (even if you weren't able to finish) - absolutely inspirational #run #runners #running #marathon #londonmarathon

In my #podcast this week I explore the concept of good or righteous #anger and whether it has a place in seeking #societal #change such as prioritising #socialcare in #Scotland. #careaboutcare #Easter creators.spotify.com/pod/show/don...

Glasgow was once the beating heart of the UK's stained glass industry, but today the craft is on the endangered list. This is my @heraldscotland.bsky.social longread on efforts to ensure it's rekindled & our legacy of treasures is preserved. www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...

Feeling crafty? Follow our origami blossom tutorial and show us your creations with #BlossomWatch

The @yorkshiretea.bsky.social advert with #SarahLancashire playing Catherine Cawood is spectacular

Calling #campaigners!! We have a fantastic opportunity at @independentage.bsky.social. We're looking for a creative, collaborative, strategic, and politically astute Campaigns Manager with strong experience supporting people with lived experience. Please share jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx...