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exposed to significant longevity and inflation risks. There is also a significant risk to survivor benefits. When survivor benefits are given up it is likely that many women will lose out, adding to gender ... gender inequality in retirement incomes. There are considerable risks to consumers in this marketplace – DB schemes have a commercial interest in relieving themselves of long-term liabilities; while behavioural
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introducing a system of fee charging into the Employment Tribunal and appeals system. The stated aim is to ensure users of the Tribunals service meet the costs of running the system. The Ministry of Justice ... ‘option 1’, which sets an initial fee for making a claim and a further higher fee before it is allowed to go to a hearing; and ‘option 2’ which has an initial higher level of fee only. Both proposals set three
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understanding and acting on the views and needs of older people is central to any councillor‟s role. They are in a position to challenge the council‟s decision making and service planning and initiate change ... ward. We believe they should: - Make time to listen to older people - Make change happen to improve older people‟s quality of life - Make an ongoing commitment to keep people involved. Role of councillors
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national over State Pension age who moved abroad but are now considering moving back to live permanently in the UK, this factsheet explains more about some of things you need to consider. It gives information ... are now known as ‘contract-holders’ and tenancy agreements become ‘occupation contracts’. References to tenants and tenancies in this factsheet should be read as contract holders and occupation contracts
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About this factsheet Changes to how you can use funds in your occupational or private pension were made in 2015. Once you reach the age of 55, you now have much more freedom to access your pension savings ... savings or pension pot and to decide what to do with this money. This factsheet contains basic information about your choices with respect to drawing down pension savings. You can contact Pension Wise for more
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exists when values, beliefs or culture result in a misuse of power that denies mainstream opportunities to some groups or individuals. It is the exploitation of a person’s characteristics, which excludes ... includes hate crime incidents. Examples of behaviour: treating a person in a way that is inappropriate to their age and / or cultural background, unequal treatment, verbal abuse, inappropriate use of language
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‘carer’ means different things to different people. You might not think of yourself as one, but if you look after a partner, relative or friend who’d find it difficult to manage without your support, then ... mistakenly believe they can’t claim Carer’s Allowance. But as a carer, you might be eligible for it. Good to know. This guide is only about Carer’s Allowance. But we have other guides about the practical and
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advocacy services Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Support to new and existing advocacy providers Page 9 Advocacy Network's 'Big Event' 21 September ... Page 10 New information site launched to improve well-being in Wales Getting the help you need from Social Services: A guide to the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014
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are now known as ‘contract-holders’ and tenancy agreements become ‘occupation contracts’. References to tenants and tenancies in this factsheet should be read as contract holders and occupation contracts ... into force on 30 June 2022 and put an end to ground rents for new, qualifying long residential leasehold properties in England and Wales. This was extended to leasehold retirement properties on 1 April
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AgeUKIG23 What to do if you need care and support at home. Getting help at home. 2 We’d love to hear from you. 1) Join our Readers’ Panel. Have your say and be involved in updating our guides by joining ... Age UK’s information and advice helped? If so, we’d love to hear from you to provide relatable examples that benefit others. Email your story to stories@ageuk.org.uk. This information guide has been prepared
