How has the Covid-19 pandemic affected older people and safer ageing in the UK? This Hourglass policy briefing paper explores the policy decisions and areas of critical concern surrounding the treatment of older people during the pandemic, specifically concentrating on care home issues, misuse of do not resuscitate orders, and increased loneliness.

Within this piece, Hourglass outlines the background, examines the salient issues in this area, and outlines key future policy recommendations for policymakers, legislators, and practitioners.