David Sinclair
@sinclairda.bsky.social
#Ageing #Cycling #Walking #Technology #BBCWorldService #Sustainability #Vaccination #LiveMusic #WrexhamAFC
Chief Executive, International Longevity Centre UK
Chief Executive, International Longevity Centre UK
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...
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...
September 14, 2026 at 7:15 AM
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...
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...
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
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
We are recruiting for a Head of Storytelling and Impact - ILCUK
ilcuk.org.uk
September 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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
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
In China for the APEC Health Working Group.
August 21, 2026 at 11:30 AM
In China for the APEC Health Working Group.
Maximising the opportunity of long lives
August 14, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Maximising the opportunity of long lives
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...
July 27, 2026 at 12:02 PM
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...
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/
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...
ilcuk.org.uk
July 27, 2026 at 10:20 AM
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/
Get all your jabs..not only do they protect against infections diseases. The can also protect against heart disease, stroke and dementia
July 9, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Get all your jabs..not only do they protect against infections diseases. The can also protect against heart disease, stroke and dementia
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...
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
www.ft.com
July 1, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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...
Reposted by David Sinclair
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...
northwestend.com/something-ro...
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...
northwestend.com
June 29, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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...
northwestend.com/something-ro...
It was amazing of course @johnofarrell.bsky.social. enjoyed it more than in New York. #SomethingRotten #Manchester
June 27, 2026 at 9:59 PM
It was amazing of course @johnofarrell.bsky.social. enjoyed it more than in New York. #SomethingRotten #Manchester
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-...
Running the numbers - ILCUK
David Sinclair explores what parkrun's age data tells us about physical activity, ageing and volunteering.
ilcuk.org.uk
June 25, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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-...
Catford Parkrun. In possibly best time in 12+ years
June 20, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Catford Parkrun. In possibly best time in 12+ years
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...
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...
June 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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...
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...
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
"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
"There are almost no truly public spaces on the internet. Everywhere we congregate is privately owned, even if it operates as a public space. But we seem somehow content to accept them as fiefdoms in their own right, beyond the reach of government."
A teen social media ban is an admission of total and utter failure to govern online spaces
The UK government is currently calling for steps that fall short of a teen social media ban. Here's why it shouldn't take the next step.
open.substack.com
June 8, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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
"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
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...
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
ilcuk.org.uk
June 8, 2026 at 8:19 AM
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...
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...
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
ilcuk.org.uk
June 5, 2026 at 10:46 AM
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...
Barbara in Brighton
May 23, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Barbara in Brighton
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...
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...
Long lives, short changed - ILCUK
The word
ilcuk.org.uk
May 19, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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...
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...
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...
The answer, on today’s evidence, is: not yet. ilcuk.org.uk/the-kings-sp...
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...
ilcuk.org.uk
May 13, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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...
The answer, on today’s evidence, is: not yet. ilcuk.org.uk/the-kings-sp...
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...
Can the UK manage its way out of increasing health costs? ilcuk.org.uk/can-the-uk-m...
May 12, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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...
Can the UK manage its way out of increasing health costs? ilcuk.org.uk/can-the-uk-m...
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...
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...
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...
ilcuk.org.uk
May 7, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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...
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...
Reposted by David Sinclair
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.
As it's the weekend, let's take a moment to enjoy and celebrate what for the entire country is an unalloyed good-news story!
Pregnancy vaccine reduces baby hospital admissions for RSV by 80%
A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections.
www.bbc.co.uk
April 18, 2026 at 7:08 AM
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.
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...
April 13, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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...