Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 3461

Older People: Advocacy

Tabled: 30 August 2024
Answered: 9 September 2024

Question

Adam Jogee

Labour — Newcastle-under-Lyme

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of appointing a commissioner for older people.

Answer

Alison McGovern
The Department has no current plans to assess the potential merits of appointing a commissioner for older people in England. DWP offers employment support for eligible older people through the network of Jobcentres across the UK and through contracted emp...
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