All news on the topic: Age UK

Note from three pensioners who spend their days riding on buses to keep warm is a damning indictment on Britain that shames our nation

A study lays bare the toll that caring for loved ones takes on relatives, as experts say better pay for carers would hep ease pressure on the sector - and the NHS

The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is tipped to extend the Energy Price Guarantee but the Bills Support Scheme - worth £66 a month for every household is likely to end, piling on the misery for millions

The Institute for Government published a report calling for a longer-term approach to tackling chronic problems in the sector - which could eventually ease pressure on the NHS

Yasmin Alibhai-Brown's mum's final years were happy, she had carers and could phone for help, but life for her today would be frightening and confusing as a digitised NHS proves too hard for older people to access

An investigation by the Sunday Mirror has revealed the poor state of nine care homes with single star hygiene ratings, meanwhile their owners enjoy 'good food and wine'

Age UK warned people in their 50s face 'devastating consequences' over reports the Government is considering raising the retirement age to 68 as early as 2035 - but the DWP insists 'no decision' has been made

In a letter to the Chancellor, 95 charities including Age UK warned that many households are struggling to pay their gas and electricity bills - they are calling for cut-price tariffs to be introduced