Fiona
Bruce MP backs calls for a Minister for Older People
Congleton MP Fiona Bruce has pledged her
support for a Minister for Older People.
New research undertaken by Anchor Housing
Association and YouGov shows that of the over 55 year olds 84% believe that
there should be a Minister at Cabinet level with responsibility for older
people.
Congleton MP Fiona Bruce said:
“35% of my constituency are older voters so I hear first-hand about
the problems they face. That is why I’m supporting this call for a Minister for
Older People. It’s really important that we can recognise and respond to the
needs of older people, particularly as we are facing an increasingly ageing
population.
“A Minister for Older People would be able to focus the Government’s
attention on planning a better response to our ageing society, representing the
views and needs of older people such as social isolation, suitable housing and
social care support or their treatment and care whilst in hospital. There are
some excellent charitable organisations in this area providing support for
older people who deserve all the help they can get – in addition to local and
national Government action.”
