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David Sinclair

@sinclairda.bsky.social
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#Ageing #Cycling #Walking #Technology #BBCWorldService #Sustainability #Vaccination #LiveMusic #WrexhamAFC Chief Executive, International Longevity Centre UK

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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
1) Medication reviews need to happen 2) We need to better test (multiple) medications on the people who actually use them 3) We need to ensure that people are taking the medications they are given. My letter in Sunday Times www.thetimes.com/comment/lett...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Two #CharityJob vacancies at @ilcuk.bsky.social Head of Storytelling and Impact 📍 Vauxhall, London (hybrid) | 💰 £50,000 Apply: ilcuk.org.uk/recruitment-... Research Analyst 📍 Vauxhall, London (hybrid) | 💰 £35,000 Apply: lnkd.in/ech_3qfr
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We are recruiting for a Head of Storytelling and Impact - ILCUK
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Seriously @theguardian.com?
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
In China for the APEC Health Working Group.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Maximising the opportunity of long lives
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
This is daft. True in the UK too (and encouraged by some investment firms who want you to keep cash in their funds) Spend your money in retirement - don't hoard it. moneywise.com/retirement/r...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
This summer the BBC’s long-wave signal fell silent after 92 years. The last GAME stores closed their doors. And GTA VI went on sale without a physical disc. A new Prime Minister arrived in Downing Street promising a “circuit breaker”. How do we better plan for change? ilcuk.org.uk/pop-the-cap/
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Pop the cap - ILCUK
This summer the BBC's long-wave signal fell silent after nearly 92 years. The last GAME stores closed their doors. And GTA VI went on sale without a physical disc. At the same moment, a new Prime Mini...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Get all your jabs..not only do they protect against infections diseases. The can also protect against heart disease, stroke and dementia
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Demography isn't mentioned in this ode to Uniqlo in the FT. But an interesting angle is that it's a brand that seems attractive to all ages. The lack of logos/good quality/affordability mix perhaps works for all ages. Was in one in Brussels today and people 15-65 there www.ft.com/content/3d9f...
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Uniqlo’s plan to dominate global fashion
The clothing retailer forged in Japan’s post-bubble economy is pinning its hopes on Europe and North America
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John O’Farrell @johnofarrell.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
In case you missed the sub-text of Andy Burnham's big speech today, the main point was that everyone should go and see Something Rotten! at the Opera House Manchester. northwestend.com/something-ro...
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Something Rotten – Opera House - North West End UK
Manchester does it again! A city that gives birth to so many musicals that go on to conquer the world, Something Rotten is the latest UK premiere to grace the Opera House stage and this one is somethi...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
It was amazing of course @johnofarrell.bsky.social. enjoyed it more than in New York. #SomethingRotten #Manchester
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
What age group volunteers most? What age is the most consistent runners. Does rain put off older or younger runners? I've written a blog about parkrun and age. ilcuk.org.uk/running-the-...
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Running the numbers - ILCUK
David Sinclair explores what parkrun's age data tells us about physical activity, ageing and volunteering.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Catford Parkrun. In possibly best time in 12+ years
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Thanks to the Financial Times for picking up my letter about rollercoasters and ageing. The adults accompanying children to theme parks are often in their fifties and sixties – and they spend money. @ilcuk.bsky.social www.ft.com/content/d453...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
I agree with everything James says here (as I often do). "Instead of demanding that they function as safe and pleasant public spaces for all of us, we are asking our governments just to ban teenagers from them." & as James points out - its not just kids who are vulnerable to the worst of soc media
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
England could win the (mens) World Cup. According to @ilcuk.bsky.social analysis. The best teams combine experience and age. And England is up there with a good mixed squad. ilcuk.org.uk/what-wins-wo...
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What wins World Cups: youth, experience or money? - ILCUK
ILC’s Senior Communications & Engagement Manager, Emily Evans, reflects on the latest Government proposals for eye tests for drivers over 70
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Perhaps more controversial than an argument that the State Pension Age might need to be 71. Today I argue we should start charging (more) for car parking ilcuk.org.uk/we-need-brav...
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Beyond the poster: We need brave policy on physical activity – not another campaign - ILCUK
Campaigns don't shift populations. Physical activity policy needs to be braver – here's what the evidence shows actually works for policymakers
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Barbara in Brighton
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Today's Pensions Commission interim report highlights that millions of us are heading towards later life without enough put aside. Women, carers and self-employed people are being left furthest behind. I've written about the Commission must do next. ilcuk.org.uk/long-lives-s...
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Long lives, short changed - ILCUK
The word
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
The question this King’s Speech poses – even if it does not intend to – is whether governments are capable of thinking in the long-term demographic timescales that the challenge demands. The answer, on today’s evidence, is: not yet. ilcuk.org.uk/the-kings-sp...
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The King's Speech 2026: does the government understand demographic change? - ILCUK
The word "ageing" does not appear once in today's King's Speech briefing notes – yet demographic change is the single most predictable force reshaping Britain's public services, economy and society ov...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
The UK spends around a third of what the US does on healthcare per person – but that gap masks a system under severe strain. Can the UK manage its way out of increasing health costs? ilcuk.org.uk/can-the-uk-m...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
AI explained my blood test results more clearly than my GP. If AI can already deliver clearer, more personalised health and financial information than some professionals, what does that mean for the future of advice? ilcuk.org.uk/my-ai-doctor...
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My cholesterol, my AI doctor and the future of expert advice - ILCUK
A borderline cholesterol result, an NHS app notification with no follow-up, and an AI that explained his blood test results more clearly than his GP. Drawing on ILC's research on functional foods, fin...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Highest position ever for #WxmAFC
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Patrick Reid @oldmandoc.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Our first son was hospitalized with RSV, thankfully no long term issues thankfully but we jumped at the chance to get the RSV vaccine with our second.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Just back from a trip to meet the British and Chinese Government in Beijing. One random thing both I and a colleague noticed was that people in Beijing seemed pretty/very happy. Perhaps an unusual reflection but the UK doesn't feel very happy. Ok I only saw Beijing so it won't be representative...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
I really like the FT's coverage of demography/ageing. They are leading the way with solid analysis and recognition of the impact of ageing. But boy - they really do love writing about their toys/robots (we've seen 25 years of writing on why tech will save us from ageing)
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
From Charlie Pearce on Facebook. Perhaps the most successful public health initiative in modern history #loveparkrun
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Driverless cars will change why, when and where we travel – and the bigger impact won’t in London and our big cities. ilcuk.org.uk/will-you-get...
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Will you get into a driverless car? - ILCUK
David Sinclair, ILC Chief Executive, argues that driverless cars will change why, when and where we travel – and the bigger impact won’t in London and our big cities.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
We are not “ageing” – we are already an older society @ilcuk.bsky.social www.canadalife.co.uk/life100-hub/...
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Life100+ The Longevity Opportunity
How can employers turn longer lives into an opportunity for growth?
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
We @ilcuk.bsky.social are recruiting for a trustee or two with a financial/accounting background: Take a look at the pack and please do share it ilcuk.org.uk/we-are-recru...
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We are recruiting for a finance trustee - ILCUK
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Only a few tickets left for the @ilcuk.bsky.social #FutureOfAgeing conference ilcuk.org.uk/future-of-ag.... From the making the night time economy work for all ages - through to engaging the G20 on ageing - it will be a day that focusses on the big picture impact of long live on society.
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Future of Ageing 2026: Acting now - delivering longer, better lives for all - ILCUK
Future of Ageing 2026 brings together policymakers, business leaders and experts across the longevity space to discuss how well different areas across the UK support their populations to live longer, ...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
We @ilcuk.bsky.social published our impact report this week at a packed reception for some of our Partners and friends. Do take a look: ilcuk.org.uk/ilc-impact/. We also set out our new missions ilcuk.org.uk/who-are-we-a...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Happy to get a letter in the @financialtimes.com this week: A ‘headache’ UK can exploit during its G20 presidency www.ft.com/content/3d67...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
We've a great group of speakers lined up for Future of Ageing (5th March). Lord Wood, Chair of the Economic Affairs Committee who published a report on ageing just before Christmas will be joining us. Last year we sold out in advance... so get your tickets now! ilcuk.org.uk/future-of-ag...
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Future of Ageing 2026: Acting now - delivering longer, better lives for all - ILCUK
Future of Ageing 2026 brings together policymakers, business leaders and experts across the longevity space to discuss how well different areas across the UK support their populations to live longer, ...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
More #RockawayBeach music. Dry Cleaning yesterday. English Teacher today. And some bingo and Lazer quest distractions.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
First festival of the year. By order of fave so far. Prima Queen, Ellis-D, Mandrake Handshake, Soft Play #RockawayBeach
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
How can we customise adult immunisation strategies to promote healthy ageing? 🔔 Join the expert roundtable hosted by MEPs @AndrásKulja and @V_Andriukaitis at the @Europarl_EN Immunisation and Healthy Ageing: Thu, Nov 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM | www.eventbrite.be/e/immunisati...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 02/08/2025
Peter Pan Parkrun. Before and after.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
🚨 We’re hiring! Join ILC as our new Events and Communications Officer 📍London | 💼 Events, comms & global engagement 📅 Apply by 9am, Tues 22 July Help us shape the conversation on longevity. 📄 Info & job pack: ilcuk.org.uk/we-are-recru... #CommsJobs #EventsJobs #FutureOfAgeing #ILCUK
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We are recruiting for an Events and Communications Officer - ILCUK
This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional with experience in event delivery, stakeholder engagement and content creation to make a real impact.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
We @ilcuk.bsky.social are recruiting for an Events and Communications Officer. Please do share/apply. ilcuk.org.uk/we-are-recru...
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We are recruiting for an Events and Communications Officer - ILCUK
This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional with experience in event delivery, stakeholder engagement and content creation to make a real impact.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
A pleasure to give evidence to the Lords economic affairs committee yesterday. www.linkedin.com/posts/davida...
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It was an honour to present to the Lords Economic Affairs Committee… | David Sinclair
It was an honour to present to the Lords Economic Affairs Committee yesterday as part of their Inquiry into Ageing. It's the second time I've been in front of the Committee as part of their wo...
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Interesting FT story on the Italy referendum on citizenship. Italy is ageing rapidly and faces significant economic challenges from ageing - it has failed to adapt. Migration wont be the solution (alone) but it has a role to play on.ft.com/4dIv7KW
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Sadly I'm not in Geneva for the World Health Assembly. But @ilcuk.bsky.social is hosting an event. We've 130 people registered to join us in the room but you can join me online. Join to lean how we are using our PreventionIndex.org to help improve policy. ilcuk.org.uk/building-a-h...
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Building a healthier society fit for the future – annual launch of the Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index 2025 alongside the 78th World Health Assembly - ILCUK
ILC's Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index second wave will be launched alongside the 77th World Health Assembly, in Geneva.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
www.agcc.co.uk/news-article... Interesting framing here. I'd argue that historically some older people have been told to expect some aches and pains (ageism). We need better medication and more innovation. Yes CBT/Apps/AI too. Pain is arguably the big quality of life issue as we age.
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Is overprescribing of pain medication harming older people?
A new study will explore chronic pain prescribing in older adults around the UK, with the aim of highlighting the extent of the population impacted and whether current treatments and processes meet th...
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Simon Bottery @blimeysimon.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
The terms of reference for the Casey #socialcare commission are published today (though staff have been working for a while). There are concerns, particularly timing, but they should offer the scope Baroness Casey needs to do a thorough job. Thread below ⬇️ www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Independent commission into adult social care: terms of reference
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Heidi Karjalainen @heidikarj.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
State pension age starts rising again in April 2026. Most people in their early 60s know their state pension age, but a significant minority are incorrect or unaware. This is worrying as people may base retirement and saving decisions on incorrect information. Short thread👇
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Chris Martin @mondomartin.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Thanks to @sinclairda.bsky.social & all at @ilcuk.bsky.social for hosting such an engaging dinner discussion on how AI might inform happier, healthier lives for us all. More cross disciplinary discussions of this kind are vital to define what an equitable AI enabled future looks like for us all.
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Wrexham AFC @wrexhamafc.co.uk · 26/04/2025
WE ARE GOING UP 😍 🔴⚪️ #WxmAFC
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The Athletic | Football @theathleticfc.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Wrexham make history by becoming the first club to win three promotions in a row to go from non-League to the Championship.
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David Sinclair @sinclairda.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Speaking this morning in Sofia at the first Bulgarian conference on longevity organised by Капитал newspaper. Lots of people talking about extending life. I'm pointing out that Bulgaria isn't yet getting the basics right (vaccination uptake is low in adults for example(.
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