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Age Cymru produces public policy statements, evidence and consultation statements and statistics about major issues affecting older people in Wales
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Age Cymru's Policy and Public Affairs team has produced a range of publications about the issues affecting older people in Wales.
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Age Cymru produces public policy statements which outline major issues affecting older people in Wales.
1 Public Policy Statement Transport January 2018 Summary Public and community transport are vitally important in helping older people to maintain independence and well-being. Such transport ... social contact. These are basic features of a decent life and ought to be a high priority in transport policy. Many older people rely on public transport, usually the bus, to get out and about. The free bus
1 Public Policy Statement Safeguarding older people June 2017 Summary All older people in Wales have the right to a life free from abuse. There are ‘few more basic human rights than that of being ... undertaken effectively by all key agencies. Other tools to protect adults from abuse include renewed policy, increased public awareness, training, and access to advocacy services. The Social Services and
1 Public Policy Statement Social care November 2017 Summary Social care is a term that covers a wide range of services that are provided in a number of different locations. The term can be used ... approach to the provision of social services, including social care, in Wales. Summary of public policy proposals A serious funding commitment is required to support the provision of social care for
1 Public Policy Statement Discrimination and Human Rights August 2016 Summary Negative attitudes towards older people and ageing are pervasive in our society. In common with most other forms of discrimination ... Despite the introduction of UK legislation in the form of the Equality Act 2010, and a significant policy framework in the devolved context, there is still much to be done if we are to achieve meaningful