Safeguarding and promoting the interests of older people.
The Commissioner is an independent champion for older people, who safeguards and promotes their interests.
Eddie Lynch is the Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland. His main role is to safeguard and promote the interests of older people. COPNI is a non-departmental public body with a responsibility to advise and influence Government, focusing on the rights and interests of older people.
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The Commissioner reacts to think tank's proposal to raise state pension age to 75
20 August, 2019The Commissioner, Eddie Lynch, has reacted to a think tank's proposals to raise the state pension age to 75. The proposal, which was put fo…
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Introducing 'words of wisdom with...'
05 July, 2019The knowledge, skills and invaluable contribution older people make to society is something to be shared and celebrated. Our Appreciatin…