Key information
Date: Thursday 10th June 2021
Time: 10:00am
Motion detail
Len Duvall AM moved, and Sakina Sheikh AM seconded the following motion:
“This Assembly is committed to play our part in making London one of the world’s most age friendly cities. In our pursuit of this aim we will champion the causes of older Londoners, celebrate the contribution of older Londoners and stand up against ageism.
We welcome the action taken by the Mayor in considering the needs of older Londoners, including increasing the number of step-free stations to over 200, protecting 60-65 travel concessions and supporting voluntary organisations which aim to reduce social isolation during the pandemic.
Older Londoners were hit hardest by the health impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. And while the economic impacts of Covid-19 are disproportionally impacting young Londoners, there is also growing evidence that older people are at an increased risk.
The Assembly notes the work already undertaken through the Recovery Board in areas including healthy food, digital access and a robust safety net. We call on the Mayor to continue to support older people and ensure they are considered when developing programmes aimed at London’s Recovery from Covid-19.”
Following debate and upon being put to a vote, the motion was agreed unanimously.
Response to motion
Mayor's response to motion