Fair Pensions
A fair income in later life should be a foundation, not a privilege.
The problem we are working to change
This campaign focuses on practical barriers affecting older people, pensioners and communities across the North East.
Pressure on daily life
Older people on fixed incomes are exposed to rising food, energy and housing costs.
Health and independence
Pensioner poverty reduces health, independence and participation in community life.
Fair access
Changes to allowances and thresholds can leave people worse off with little notice.
Clear action from decision-makers
Protect the value of the State Pension and keep uprating arrangements fair.
Maintain targeted support for older people on low and modest incomes.
Simplify access to Pension Credit, Council Tax support and other entitlements.
Assess every pension policy change against its impact on poverty, health and dignity.
Add your voice and local evidence
Share experience
Share local evidence of pension hardship with NEPSG.
Contact representatives
Write to councillors and MPs using clear, respectful campaign messages.
Support the community
Encourage eligible friends, neighbours and relatives to check Pension Credit entitlement.
Support the Fair Pensions campaign
Join NEPSG updates, share evidence and help strengthen the voice of older people across the North East.