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Community, Connection, and Inequality: Rethinking Ageing in England

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16 Oct 2025
4 min read

Alongside many other elements that contribute to a good later life are the communities we live in. Being part of a community provides a sense of belonging and support which are vital for psychological wellbeing. Read our blog from our Senior Evidence Manager for Research, Impact and Voice, Dr Aideen Young which outlines our latest State of Ageing chapter.

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The double prejudice facing Disabled older workers

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15 Sep 2025
6 min read

The Centre for Ageing Better launches new report calling for new policy and practice to improve support for Disabled people and people with long-term health conditions in their 50s and 60s to find and stay in work.

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Ageing Better responds to government funding announcement for home adaptations

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15 Jan 2026
2 min read

The government has announced increased funding to a scheme that will allow people to install adaptations such as stairlifts, ramps, accessible bathrooms and assistive technologies in their homes.

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Community services are squeezed, but vital in supporting older people to age well

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14 Jan 2026
3 min read

Community services are on the decline as local authorities try to square the circle of lower core funding, rising costs and higher demand.

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The Employment Rights Bill: what does it mean for older workers?

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22 Dec 2025
5 min read

After months of debate and a lengthy back and forth between the Commons and the Lords, the Employment Rights Bill has finally become law.

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Designing research with, not for

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19 Dec 2025
3 min read

This month, we’re spotlighting a guest blog by Jahan Foster-Zabit, Head of Research at the Race Equality Foundation, who shares insights on inclusive research practices, with additional reflections from Yasmeen Hussein, Regional Adviser at Foundations and Design Group Member.

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The Ageing Better Year in Numbers

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18 Dec 2025
5 min read

As 2025 draws to a close, it is a time to reflect on what has been an eventful 12 months.

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Takes the breath away: The poor health penalty from living in a damp home

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18 Dec 2025
5 min read

Our new Spotlight report, produced with the support of the Health Equals campaign, highlights the scale of the problem of condensation, damp, mould and cold amongst the nation’s poor-quality housing stock.

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As Media Manager, Neil is responsible for growing Ageing Better’s profile and relationships across national, regional, trade and broadcast media.
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Steve is responsible for supporting the communications teams in raising Ageing Better’s profile and relationships across national, regional, trade and broadcast media.

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