Rt Hon Sammy Wilson MP said:
“It is important that politicians address the issues which effect the elderly population to ensure that they are still able to participate fully in society, and lead healthy and worthwhile lives.
The DUP have a record to be proud of in this regard.
We ensured through the Confidence and Supply Agreement that the Government stuck by the Triple Lock commitment to upgrade pensions in line with the highest rate of inflation.
In the Assembly, DUP Ministers introduced free public transport for everyone over 60, created the office of the Commissioner for Older People and supported initiatives to ensure pensioners were able to access the benefits they are entitled to.
Digital inclusion is obviously vital as more Government services move online. The DUP launched the silver surfers initiative to help the elderly navigate computers.
We have a proud record and we will continue to build on it.”