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Pandemic exposed systemic ageism in society, says head of new centre on ageing

A new centre of excellence aims to help older people benefit from research and advances in science after the pandemic exposed the “systemic ageism” in society. Many older people faced discrimination and a lack of sympathy during that period, the ...

28 Apr 2023 at 12:13

Music

Madonna says she is ‘caught in the glare of ageism’ following Grammys backlash

Madonna said she has been “caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny” following criticism over her appearance at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards. The 64-year-old Queen of Pop presented the award for best pop duo/group performance to Sam Smith ...

08 Feb 2023 at 08:40

Youngest ever MSP claims Holyrood is now ‘much more toxic’

The youngest ever MSP to be elected says Holyrood has become “much more toxic” in recent years, as he complained that homophobic abuse has become “considerably worse”. Ross Greer of the Scottish Greens was 21 years old when he was first ...

09 May 2024 at 00:01

Poor and disabled more likely to face ageism, over-50s survey suggests

People with disabilities or those who are struggling financially can be much more likely to face ageism, according to research. The Centre for Ageing Better said its findings show people can be “hit with a one-two punch of ageism ...

09 May 2024 at 00:01

Ageism a widespread, accepted form of discrimination in UK society, MPs hear

Ageism is a normalised and accepted form of discrimination which is widespread in the UK and can have a “hugely damaging” impact, MPs have heard. There is a “structural problem” within Government which struggles to think about ...

10 Jan 2024 at 17:10

Ageism a ‘barrier’ for older people seeking mental health support – report

Older people are less likely to seek mental health support due to ageism and stigma, according to a new report. The International Longevity Centre UK (ILC) said that older people may face barriers to seeking help, including ...

24 Feb 2025 at 21:18

Some workers aged over 45 considering Botox to combat workplace ageism – polling

Some workers in their late 40s and older are considering “drastic steps” such as getting Botox to look younger to get a job or promotion, according to a charity. The Centre for Ageing Better described results from polling ...

02 Oct 2025 at 10:05

Local News

Derry council launch Age Friendly Strategy and Action Plan

PICTURED ABOVE (Left to right): Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District Council, Cllr Patricia Logue, with Ciara Burke, Programme Manager, Derry City & Strabane District Council and Fiona Teague, Head of Health & Social ...

23 Mar 2024 at 13:33

Health & Wellbeing

How to embrace ageing and combat the fear of getting older

In a society that often idolises youth, ageing can trigger fears of losing relevance, beauty and vitality – and a recent Age UK survey of 2,121 UK adults aged 50-65 highlights this concern. The research, which used ...

26 Sept 2025 at 08:43

Ageism widespread and culturally embedded in UK, MPs warn

Ageism is “widespread and culturally embedded” in the UK and discrimination laws are currently “failing” older people, MPs have said. The Women and Equalities Committee concluded that the UK has a “pervasively ...

19 Feb 2025 at 00:01

Travel

Mariella Frostrup: I have ‘more of an appetite for adventure’ in my 60s

Mariella Frostrup is sick of “the terrible idea that you end up post-50 and don’t have an interest or an appetite for more” in life. The 63-year-old broadcaster, author and campaigner – perhaps best known for ...

19 Jan 2026 at 10:10

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