State of Ageing 2019 infographics

Fuelling intergenerational conflict will not solve the inequalities in society

Newspaper headlines continue to add fuel to the fire in pursuing a narrative of imbalance within generations.

How the media fuels negative views about older people and ageing

Newspaper headlines everyday reinforce ageist stereotypes that ultimately impact how older people are treated by society.

Uncontrolled power, not age, is the problem with faltering leaders

When older leaders start to falter, age is almost inevitably brought up as a reason for their failing competency.

Rudy's story - Modelling in older age

Rudy Harding began modelling in his 60s, jetting across Europe and featuring in various advertising campaigns.

Two women sitting on a bench in Macclesfield

Five reasons why England needs a Commissioner for Older People and Ageing

The uncertainty around lifting the state pension age to 68 has again highlighted the need for better long-term planning for our ageing population.

Age-friendly Communities helping to ensure every vote counts under new ID rules

New rules for taking part in elections in England mean voters must show identification when they go to their polling station for local elections in May.

Only one month until photography competition challenging old-age stereotypes closes

Photographers have one month left to enter the competition run by the Centre for Ageing Better and content licensing platform Alamy to create more age-friendly images.

Why The Apprentice is missing a trick by excluding older workers

There have been more candidates called Alex than candidates aged over 40 since the BBC first launched The Apprentice in 2005.

State of Ageing 2019 infographics

Our State of Ageing 2019 report uses publicly available data to give a snapshot of what life is like for people aged 65 and older today, while looking at key areas: work and finances, housing, health and communities.