Inequalities in later life infographics

Healthy Ageing 2021 Thematic Paper

This report outlines key insights from the Healthy Ageing 2021 conference, themed around ‘Creating societal change through inspiration, innovation and impact.

Downloadable Resource

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.

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.

'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+.

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.

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.

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.

Age-friendly Communities can help ‘Level Up’ places for everyone

The Levelling Up White Paper has made closing the gap in healthy life expectancy one of its missions. This is how Age-friendly Communities can help.

Inequalities in later life infographics

We commissioned a scoping review of the evidence on the nature of inequalities in later life in England, and presented some of the key findings in the form of infographics.