PENSIONERS' CHARTER

Every man and woman on reaching state pensionable age will have the right to:

• a basic state pension set above the official poverty level and linked to average male earnings.

• a warm and comfortable home.

• free health care treatment based on clinical need and an annual comprehensive health check.

• free community care and services to assist living at home.

• free long-term care.

• free nationwide travel on all public and local transport.

• free education, access to and participation in leisure and cultural activities.

• goods, services and benefits without age discrimination.

• active engagement and consultation on national and local issues affecting older citizens.

• advocacy, dignity, respect and fair treatment in all aspects of their lives.