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Most early pensioners not ‘confident their savings will last,’ new research reveals

Most pensioners expressed concern about how much they have saved in private pots

The Independent UK

Less than half of pensioners aged 65-75 ‘confident their savings will last’

The survey of 1,000 people on a moderate retirement income was undertaken for Aviva and Age UK.

Evening Standard

7 low-cost ways to enrich your life in retirement

Here are some budget-friendly activities that are certain to enhance both your physical and wellbeing in your golden years…

The Independent UK

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Helen Mirren reveals the 'little changes' that have helped her 'embrace ageing' as she approaches 80

Dame Helen Mirren is known for her healthy habits, and it's these that have helped her live longer and more comfortably, she said

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Care homes under threat as family visa crackdown blocks 100,000 workers

Exclusive: Government policy on migration which prevents care workers bringing children and spouses to the UK is stopping the flow of staff needed to care for NHS patients

The Independent UK

New Age UK campaign urges midlifers to be more active to prepare for later life

New Age UK campaign ‘Act Now Age Better’ highlights how becoming more physically active in midlife can ensure a happier, heathier more…

The National (Scotland)

Dame Helen Mirren wants people to 'embrace rather than fear' ageing

Hollywood legend Dame Helen Mirren is encouraging people to start exercising to help them embrace growing older.

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How doing squats between emails could boost your health in midlife

Keeping fit and healthy in midlife is key to enjoying your later years. Here’s some tips

The Independent UK

Helen Mirren’s ageing advice for younger people

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The Independent UK

Helen Mirren opens up on ‘complications’ of ageing as she shares advice for younger people

The 79-year-old Oscar winner spoke about ‘aches and pains’

The Independent UK

Dame Helen Mirren urges midlife exercise for healthy ageing

The actress has urged people to exercise in their 50s.

The Independent UK

Supported housing in England on brink of financial crisis, charities warn

Exclusive: More than 150 organisations warn funding cuts could force closures, putting thousands of vulnerable people at risk

The Guardian - UK

How to build digital confidence over 60

Age UK offers digital skills sessions supporting older people to develop their skills, safety and confidence.

The Independent UK

Life ‘harder than five years ago for over-60s due to more online services’

Some 38% of over-60s surveyed for Age UK said they believed the shift to online services was ‘ageist’.

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The Independent UK

Ageism widespread and culturally embedded in UK, MPs warn

There are 11 million people in England and Wales aged 65 or older, including more than half a million who are aged over 90.

The Independent UK

This is how living in a cold home can impact your health

The cold can take a hidden toll on our wellbeing. Here’s some tips to stay warm

The Independent UK

How to talk about mental health over 65 if you struggle to open up

There is too often a stigma surrounding mental health in older generations – leaving people not knowing how to speak about it.

The Guardian - UK

Life satisfaction among over-50s in England higher than before pandemic, study finds

Research shows happiness levels have bounced back post-Covid, although depression also remains more common

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Martin Lewis urges UK households to claim over £5,000 a year from DWP – even if they have money

The benefit could unlock up to £5,644 for eligible claimants

Evening Standard

Caught short? Warning after nearly 100 public toilets closed in London over last decade

Charity raises ‘serious public health concern’ as three times as many public loos closed or removed by councils as were opened in past 10 years

International Business Times UK

Cold Snap Triggers Outcry as Age UK Urges Government to Reinstate Winter Fuel Allowance

The Met Office has said it expects snow this weekend to be up to 20cm deep in places and has warned of potential travel disruption.

The Independent UK

Wes Streeting says pensioners should ‘layer up’ as millions struggle without winter fuel payment

A yellow warning for snow and ice, which covers most of England and Wales, is in place from lunchtime on Saturday until 9am on Monday.

The National (Scotland)

Wes Streeting faces tense grilling over freezing pensioners amid cold snap

WES Streeting has faced a grilling over pensioners being forced to go into debt to turn their heating on after Labour cut the Winter Fuel Payment.

Evening Standard

Put the heating on and layer up during cold snap, Health Secretary advises

The Health Secretary was asked about comments from Age UK that 2.5 million people need the winter fuel allowance but will not receive it.

The Independent UK

Icy blast raises risk of death in elderly, health chiefs warn, as Age UK criticises winter benefit cut

Pensioners already worrying about heating, says charity, as temperatures set to plummet to zero or below across UK

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