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Consultation response 2 The government is proposing to abolish the Commission for Rural Communities (CRC). The Public Bodies Bill requires the government to consult before abolishing public bodies. This consultation ... transfer of functions to the Department for Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). The CRC has three key functions on rural issues: to provide advocacy; to be an expert adviser; and to be an independent watchdog
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in order to update and refresh the Carers Strategy: Second National Action Plan 2014-2016. Key points and recommendations There are an estimated 2.75 million older people in England who need some form ... publicly-funded social care services, means the contribution of informal carers is critical and only set to increase in the future. Many carers are older people themselves and may face additional challenges
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national charity working to improve the lives of all older people in Wales. We believe that older people should be able to lead healthy and fulfilled lives, have adequate income, access to high quality services ... opportunity to shape their own future. We seek to provide a strong voice for all older people in Wales and to raise awareness of the issues of importance to them. Introduction We are pleased to respond to the
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findings from older carers 2 For the Moment Summary of findings from older carers Introduction Prior to the Covid-19 outbreak, it was estimated that there are more than 370,000 unpaid carers in Wales. More ... during the pandemic. Unpaid carers provide support to relatives, friends or neighbours who have a disability, physical or mental health needs, or who are affected by addiction. Support they give can include
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findings from older carers 2 For the Moment Summary of findings from older carers Introduction Prior to the Covid-19 outbreak, it was estimated that there are more than 370,000 unpaid carers in Wales. More ... during the pandemic. Unpaid carers provide support to relatives, friends or neighbours who have a disability, physical or mental health needs, or who are affected by addiction. Support they give can include
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1 Summary In this short paper, Age UK sets out ten questions to prompt and encourage discussion with the local public sector on the key issues affecting services for people in later life within ... vulnerable and ensuring fair treatment • Shaping a changing provider market • Integrating the approach to health and wellbeing • Changing attitudes and enabling contributions • Creating age-friendly communities
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1 Consultation response to Housing Standards Review – Technical Consultation Ref 2414 Date: October 2014 Name: Joe Oldman Email: joe.oldman@ageuk.org.uk All rights reserved. Third parties ... proposals to establish new optional standards for accessible housing, in addition to the core requirements of Part M of the Building Regulations. Age UK provided a detailed policy response to the consultation
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national charity working to improve the lives of all older people in Wales. We believe older people should be able to lead healthy and fulfilled lives, have adequate income, access to high quality services ... opportunity to shape their own future. We seek to provide a strong voice for all older people in Wales and to raise awareness of the issues of importance to them. We are pleased to respond to the consultation
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businesses towards attracting and including older consumers is slow – many older people still struggle to access and navigate shops and other businesses. This results in exclusion and frustration for many ... many people, and wasted opportunities for businesses. Age UK is the UK’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. Our information and advice reached around 5.9 million people
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Page 2 Independent Professional Advocacy and Qualifications Page 3 How ready are Commissioners to comply with their new statutory requirements? Page 4 Page 5 Understanding co-production ... Page 6 Consultation on statutory guidance in relation to Part 7 of the Act Page 7 Guidance on handling individual cases to protect children and adults at risk Law Commission review of the
