Sir Gavin Williamson attended a parliamentary event organised by Later Life Ambitions, an organisation which voices the interests of pensioners and future pensioners to politicians and policy makers.
Sir Gavin was keen to meet with the campaign group as it set out its manifesto for 2024. The group represents over 250,000 people and has asked for the government for a series of measures to protect the rights of pensioners. In particular Sir Gavin was eager to discuss investment in local bus and rail services and improved accessibility for older people. This is something that Sir Gavin has been campaigning for himself within Staffordshire, recently having strenuously campaigned for the 5 and 5A bus service in Codsall.
Sir Gavin said: “I represent many pensioners and future pensioners in my constituency, therefore I’m always encouraged by discussions about what we can do to further ensure the safety and stability of retirees. The event with Later Life Ambitions was a great opportunity to ask about what more I can do to push for LLA’s mission and support pensioners in Staffordshire. I’ve been working with the council to secure improved bus services which are a life-line for older people, and I’m keen to continue my work to improve accessibility for pensioners.”
