News
February 2009
Older people to shape Government policy
Older people are to have a bigger say in developing central, regional and local Government policies.
A new national UK Advisory Forum on Ageing will give older people the opportunity to comment on what areas they feel the Government needs to address.
The forum will have a clear focus on addressing the opportunities and challenges of an ageing society.
Rt Hon Rosie Winterton MP said: "Across the country the reality of an ageing society means we need to put in place a plan of action that will enable public services to deliver what people need and that our towns and cities are places for everyone, not just the young."