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More than 70 organisations call for a commissioner to ensure older voices are heard as population ages

Ageing Better is one of four organisations leading the call for a Commissioner for Older People and Ageing in England, in a newly-launched campaign.

Colin's story - 'unretiring' as an older worker

Colin, Training Officer at Bolton Council, shares his experience of enjoying a new career in his 60s.

A good deal for all ages: How Mayoral Combined Authorities can make ageing better in England

This briefing paper looks at the increasingly important role of Mayoral Combined Authorities in addressing demographic change through devolution.

How can Mayoral Combined Authorities make ageing better?

Mayors and Combined Authorities have the potential to play a big part in better ageing. This is what some of them are doing.

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We must tackle ageism if we want to achieve gender equality

For International Women’s Day, we look at how gender stereotypes, discrimination and bias all become more damaging and detrimental for women as they get older.

Times are hard for all generations

As the economic gloom continues, some argue that intergenerational inequalities lie at the heart of the problem.

Cast aside: Exploring the presence of older characters in British films

This paper looks at the inclusion of older characters in British films over the last decade, how often they're included and how they're portrayed.

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New study shows “ageist” British film industry casts out older characters

Our study shows older characters are underrepresented in British films, with only one in ten older characters involved in major plotline.

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We want more people to be more physically active in later life. Maintaining and improving muscle strength and balance can help people in later life live independently and reduce the risk of falls.