2026 Elections Members Toolkit

With major elections taking place across Great Britain on 7 May 2026, Later Life Ambitions has produced this practical toolkit to help members and supporters ensure the voices of people in later life are heard. Covering elections to the Scottish Parliament, Senedd Cymru and many local authorities across England, the guide explains why these elections matter and how decisions taken at devolved and local levels directly affect issues such as social care, housing, transport and local services.

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The toolkit provides straightforward advice on how to engage with local candidates, including how to find out who is standing for election, how to write to them, arrange meetings or attend local events, and the key questions to ask about support for people in later life. It also outlines the priorities set out in LLA’s Budget for Later Life and includes ready-to-use template letters to help members raise these issues with candidates. Together, these resources are designed to make it easier for supporters to speak up, influence debate and help secure a fairer future for older people across the country.

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You can download the toolkit here.