Welcome

The Scottish Pensioners’ Forum was set up in 1992 as an umbrella organisation for groups and individuals working and campaigning for a better deal for older people.

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Membership

A group of our members at a table

Membership of the Scottish Pensioners’ Forum is at the heart of everything that we do. As Scotland’s leading campaigning organisation for older people, we rely on the strength and unity of our members to influence policy, challenge inequality, and protect the rights of pensioners across the country.

Our campaigns

Stop Robin the Pensioners banner at the Scottish Parliament

The Scottish Pensioners’ Forum is the national campaigning voice for older people in Scotland, working with local forums and organisations and retired trade union branches. We are committed to protecting welfare rights, promoting equality, and ensuring dignity in later life. We campaign on the issues that matter most to pensioners because no one should face poverty, isolation, or insecurity in old age.

Manifestos

Our members holding copies of a recent manifesto

The Scottish Pensioners’ Forum plays an active and influential role during elections through manifestos, hustings, and support work. We produce detailed manifestos for general elections, Scottish Parliament elections, and local government elections.

Latest news

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CAMPAIGNING PENSIONERS WARN PRIME MINISTER OVER PENSIONS GAMBLE: DON’T MAKE STARMER’S MISTAKE

September 29, 2026

SPF ANNOUNCE DEMONSTARTION TO MARK UN OLDER PERSONS DAY AND INVITE MEMBERS AND SUPPORTERS TO JOIN THEM

September 25, 2026

SPF RESPONSE TO OFGEM ANNOUNCING AN INCREASE OF 4% ON THE ENERGY PRICE CAP ON 1ST OCTOBER 2026.

August 28, 2026

SCOTTISH PENSIONERS’ FORUM EXPRESSES ‘GRAVE CONCERN’ AS RARE SUMMER ENERGY PRICE CAP JUMP THREATENS TO DEEPEN PENSIONER POVERTY CRISIS

June 8, 2026