Introducing 'words of wisdom with...'
05 July, 2019
The knowledge, skills and invaluable contribution older people make to society is something to be shared and celebrated. Our Appreciatin…
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Home Truths investigation into Dunmurry Manor Care Home – update one year on
13 June, 2019The Commissioner for Older People, Eddie Lynch, has written to families giving an update on his investigation into Dunmurry Manor, one year …
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The Commissioner responds to BBC's announcement to scrap blanket free licences for over 75s
10 June, 2019The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Eddie Lynch said: “This is really disappointing news which will affect over 75,00…
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Commissioner for Older People calls for reform in the treatment of older victims of crime
01 May, 2019The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Eddie Lynch, has published a report which calls for change in how older victims of c…
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Workshop series on loneliness and social isolation concludes
01 April, 2019A series of workshops organized by the Commissioner for Older People, which sought the views of older people across Northern Ireland on the …
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Commissioner meets with older people in Fermanagh
25 March, 2019Older people from across Fermanagh met with The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Eddie Lynch, last week (19 March) to dis…
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Commissioner Voices Support for 'Neighbourhood News' Initiative
25 February, 2019The Commissioner for Older People, Eddie Lynch, has voiced his support for a campaign which aims to encourage people to be more neighbourly …
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Commissioner calls for the free TV Licence for Over 75s to be protected
14 February, 2019Anyone living in the UK over the age of 75 currently receives a free TV licence under a government funded scheme. In 2015, the government t…