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Independent Age @IndependentAge

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We are recruiting a Senior Policy Officer!

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role providing analysis and conducting research on issues facing older people in financial hardship while advocating for policy change.

Apply: jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?r…

Closes: 12 November

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 8

On Remembrance Sunday, we at Independent Age are thinking of all those who have lost their lives in conflict.

Illustrations of poppies with text which reads: Remembrance Sunday.

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 7

1 in 5 older people in England and Wales has cut back on their water usage.

A single water social tariff would provide fairer, consistent support for those who need it and lift older people out of water poverty.

Sign the #TappedOut petition: campaigns.independentage.org/page/187255/pe…

A giant silver tap sits on the Brighton promenade with the sea and a bright sunny sky behind it. Flowing out of the tap are water bills and across the front is text which reads: "Fairer water bill so no one is #TappedOut".

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 6

We're ending our #AutumnBudget mini series by looking at what it means for older people on low incomes. The new Pension Tax Allowance is welcome, but more action is still needed to ensure people in later life receive all the money they are entitled to.

independentage.org/policy-and-res…

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 5

Since 1863 we've stood with older people facing financial hardship.

We've helped countless people but the challenges of financial insecurity remain familiar for too many older people. Our work is still needed.

Let's end financial hardship in later life.
independentage.org/support-us

An older man has his arm around an older woman as the pair sit outside in a garden. Both smile warmly at the camera. Another image shows photographs of six men taking in the 1800s. Text reads: Moments that have shaped Independent Age. 1863 - Six people set up a voluntary society to aid the newly poor called the United Kingdom Beneficent Association (UKBA). Their goal was to prevent destitution by providing those in poverty with a small regular income for life.

Text reads: 1911 - UKBA was incorporated under the Royal Charter and the new name for the charity became the Royal United Kingdom Beneficent Association (RUKBA). 2005 - The name RUKBA is little known and difficult to understand. We changed it to Independent Age - helping more people than ever before.

Text reads: 2011 - In October 2011, Counsel and Care and the Universal Beneficent Society merged with Independent Age. This led to us providing a national information and advice service for older people, their families and carers. 2023 - At the beginning of 2023, we set out our new four-year strategy focused on supporting older people facing financial hardship. We believe that no one should face financial hardship in later life.

An older man wears a purple and yellow Independent Age-branded t-shirt. He grins as he poses outside. Text reads: 2027 - We're continuing our mission to end financial hardship in later life with a new strategy period.

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 5

We are #hiring an Impact Manager to ensure that organisational delivery areas are insight-led, evidence-based, and continuously improving.

Join our team working towards ending financial hardship in later life.

Closes: 11 November
jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?r…

#CharityJobs

Job advertisement. Text reads: 'We're recruiting... Impact Manager'

jobs.independentage.org

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 4

Last week's Budget announced new housing policies, but failed to address the growing pressure facing private renters.

The government's decision not to uprate Local Housing Allowance risks leaving more older people unable to afford a safe and secure home.
independentage.org/autumn-budget-…

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 3

Not unfreezing Housing Benefit in the Budget will force more people to make desperate choices to get by.

Andy Burnham has committed to ending rough sleeping, but ensuring renter support actually covers the cost of a home is crucial to achieve this.
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politi…

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Nov 2

The Budget took some steps to ease the cost of living but it didn't go far enough

Older people are having to make impossible choices to get by. It doesn't have to be this way but the UK Govt must act.

Make your voice count - sign the #TappedOut petition: campaigns.independentage.org/page/187255/pe…

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 31

Looking for a challenge? Why not take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon 🏃‍♂️

Join Team Independent Age to receive a free running top, fundraising and training support, and to make a difference for older people facing financial hardship.

Find out more:
independentage.org/london-landmar…

Two women wearing purple Independent Age t-shirts smile warmly as they hold white hand clappers.

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 29

Director @MorganVine_ spoke to @BBCBreakfast about the Budget.

While some measures will support older people on low incomes, the UK Govt hasn't gone far enough to tackle financial hardship across all generations.

The UK Govt can and must act. campaigns.independentage.org/page/199977/ac…

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 28

The #Budget has some commitments to help ease financial burdens but it doesn't go far enough

Frozen Local Housing Allowance keeping private renters stuck in poverty needs to be uprated while energy & water social tariffs would provide much-needed support.
independentage.org/Budget-2026-me…

Quote from Morgan Vine, Director of Policy and Influencing reads: "We're pleased to see changes we've campaigned for but we believe the UK Government can go further to tackle key areas driving financial hardship across all generations. Every day we hear from older people on low incomes who are cutting back on food and living in cold homes to keep their bills down. This is no way to live."

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 28

Got your ticket yet? ✨

Come along for carols, mince pies and readings from acting icons Phil Davis and Sue Holderness.

Get your festive fix and help us support more older people facing financial hardship:
eventbrite.co.uk/e/independent-…

Text reads: Independent Age Carol Concert. Join us for an evening of carols and readings of Charles Dickens' best-loved works with Phil Davis, Sue Holderness and the London Show Choir. Wednesday 2 December 2026, St John's Church, Waterloo Road, London SE1 8TY

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 27

Independent Age is wishing James Cosmo a very happy birthday!

We are so grateful for the icon's support for our calls for a pensioner poverty strategy in Scotland. Take a look back at the video: youtube.com/watch?v=NV_q3m…

Have a wonderful day James! 💜

Actor James Cosmo sits in a large leather chair. He wears a pale blue shirt under a navy jacket with cream chinos.

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 27

Without action, the shortfall between Housing Benefit and rents will continue to soar, forcing too many older renters to cut essentials.

The UK Govt must stand by older renters in the Autumn Budget.

@SteveDarlingMP is calling for change. Will you?
campaigns.independentage.org/page/200260/ac…

Steve Darling MP smiles as he stands next to Jennie, his guide dog. A quote from the MP reads: "Independent Age told me about a man who, because of the Local Housing Allowance shortfall, eats just a sandwich or toast on some days. How can that be right? This freeze has real-world, devastating effects, and it must end."

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Independent Age retweeted

@Politics_co_uk

Oct 26

“Over the last two years the allowance has remained frozen, and this has had a devastating effect on renters, especially those in later life”, writes @LibDems MP @SteveDarlingMP

🗣️ The devastating Local Housing Allowance freeze must end
politics.co.uk/2026/10/the-de…

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 26

Andy Burnham said that freezing Local Housing Allowance levels "makes families homeless" but we're still waiting for action.

Almost 7 in 10 older renters receiving Housing Benefit don't get enough to cover their rent.

Call for change in the Budget:
campaigns.independentage.org/page/200260/ac…

A row of houses shows one in grey with the lights turned out. An anonymous quote from an older person reads: "My Housing Benefit covers less than half of my rent."

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 25

Every week we help people like Deborah access support that makes a meaningful difference.

With bills soaring and costs rising, every penny can make a difference. Share and help someone you care about:

📨 Helpline@IndependentAge.Org
💻 independentage.org/get-advice

A quote from Deborah, 70 reads: "Being awarded Attendance Allowance meant that I could then go on to apply for Pension Credit. Once Pension Credit was in place, I qualified for full Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction, so my rent and Council Tax were covered. After that, I also received help with my energy bills though the Warm Home Discount..."

Deborah's quote continues to say: "...My life has been totally transformed. I don't have to worry about every pound anymore: I can buy fresh food, afford my heating and pay back my debts. I don't have to rely on my son like I did before."

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 22

Up to 900,000 eligible older households are still missing out on Pension Credit averaging £2,500 a year.

The UK Govt must introduce a take-up strategy that ensures older people on low incomes receive all the money set aside for them.

Ask your MP to act:
campaigns.independentage.org/page/199977/ac…

Independent Age Chief Executive Joanna Elson CBE has a serious expression as she stands with her hands together. A quote from her reads: "It's deeply worrying that so many older people on low incomes who are entitled to Pension Credit are still missing out. The UK Government needs a different approach."

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Independent Age @IndependentAge

Oct 22

Replying to @IndependentAge

Every day older people have to make heartbreaking decisions from skipping showers to meals.

Yesterday we welcomed the Scottish Govt's third Benefit Take-up Strategy focusing on how agencies can work together. No such strategy exists at UK level.
independentage.org/news-media/pre…

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