Pension credits 'could be scrapped'

A leading pensions guru has said pension credits could be phased out temporarily by the new coalition Government as a compromise over state pension reform.

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In the horse trading between the Government and Opposition that took place in the run up to the election, the Equality Bill received Royal Assent. Richard Walsh comments on the impact of the age discrimination provisions on the insurance industry.

TV chef backs hospital food project for older people

Pioneering research from the University of Reading is being used to enhance the taste of hospital food to help prevent or treat malnutrition in older people. The project is supported by celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal and funded by Age UK.

Sixteen is old enough to vote

A recent Bitish Youth Council survey reveals the most important issues for young people ahead of the General Election.

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Age UK Charity Director Michelle Mitchell comments on the three main parties' manifestos

Are insurers excused from equality laws?

Age discrimination remains rife in the insurance industry according to research by Age Concern and Help the Aged. Half of motor insurers and a third of travel insurers automatically exclude people aged 80 plus seeking quotes, irrespective of their health. 

Budget 2010: Retirement age removal to lead to pensions review

The Chancellor’s commitment to a formal consultation on reforms to the Default Retirement Age will cause employers to review how they implement their pensions provision, according to Carol Dempsey reward partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers.