The Alliance of Age Sector NGOs (the Alliance) represents the collective thinking of seven significant NGOs working in the age sector. These are ALONE, Active Retirement Ireland, Age & Opportunity, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Irish Hospice Foundation, The Irish Senior Citizens Parliament and Third Age. This Pre-Budget Submission emphasises the urgent need to establish an Independent Commissioner for Ageing and Older People, as Ireland’s population is ageing faster than any other European country.
The report calls for a national strategy on ageing, coordinated across government departments, to tackle institutionalised ageism and improve services. The proposed Commissioner would oversee legislation, hold the government accountable, and ensure older people’s voices are heard, safeguarding their well-being and ensuring equitable treatment across society.
