The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has been set up to examine the UK’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic. An evidenced account of what happened will determine accountability for the failings and mistakes made, which contributed to suffering, loss, and hardship throughout Northern Ireland. The inquiry aims to ensure that vital lessons are learned in order to inform preparations for future pandemics.
“As we head into what will be a difficult winter for us all, we will continue to work together – as we have throughout the pandemic – to scr…
The Commissioner for Older People, National Energy Action, The Consumer Council and Advice NI have previously raised concerns around the cha…
Health Minister, Robin Swann, announced on Tuesday evening that he was increasing coronavirus testing of care home staff from fortnightly to…
What a difference a year makes… On this day last year I was spending the morning in the Jethro Centre in Lurgan, hearing from hundreds of…
Responding to the publication of new guidance on the visiting of care homes, the Commissioner for Older People, Eddie Lynch said:
Two weeks on from the Northern Ireland Executive announcing that people should wear face coverings or masks in shops, the Commissioner for O…
The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Eddie Lynch said:
The Commissioner for Older People Eddie Lynch said: “I am deeply concerned about the situation in Clifton Nursing Home in North Belfast.
The Commissioner welcomes the Health Minister’s announcement that testing will be rolled-out to all residents and staff in care homes.
It is clear that older people bear the brunt of the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic both locally and across the world. The fatality rate …
“The latest figures from NISRA serve as another grim reminder of the devastating impact that Coronavirus is having across our society. Sadly…
The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Eddie Lynch, today called for all residents and staff of care homes throughout North…
“I welcome today’s publication by NISRA of the total number of Covid-19 related deaths in Northern Ireland and the fact that they are reflec…
We are seeing shocking examples (1) where blanket decisions seem to be being made about the care and treatment options that will be availabl…
Age NI, with the support of the Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, is offering a ‘Check in and chat’ telephone service for …
The media are reporting that governments across the world are developing ethical guidelines and decision tools to help their doctors to prio…
“This is an extremely unnerving and challenging time for everyone but specifically our older people who are particularly vulnerable to this …
We've compiled a Q&A for older people or for anyone who is worried about an older person. As the situation with coronavirus is changing regu…
