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January 2026
Older People’s Economic Wellbeing Index
Independent Age’s inaugural Older People’s Economic Wellbeing Index: Scotland 2024–25, was commissioned by Independent Age and conducted by the Diffley Partnership. The research is based on 1,700 responses nationally from those 66+ and details their experiences of various elements of financial stress which we use to develop policy priorities.
It makes interesting reading, read for yourself and download a copy directly from Independent Age.
Security not struggle: A manifesto to reduce pensioner poverty | Independent Age
Have released their Manifesto entitled: ‘Security not Struggle a Manifesto to Reduce Pensioner Poverty’ ahead of the upcoming May Elections.
Independent Age Manifesto
1. Implement a national Pensioner Poverty Strategy
2. Appoint a Commissioner for Older People
3. Deliver a decent and dignified social security system
4. Reduce energy bills
5. Guarantee the right to a secure and affordable home
Take a more in depth read of the manifesto on the Independent Age website.