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Older people around Ireland took the following actions when campaigning for Our High 5 issues in advance of Election 2011. Download PDF version here.

Ultimately this action led to a meaningful response from all the political parties and led to ensuring Our High 5 priorities were on the agenda of all of the main political parties, so that when the new Fine Gael/Labour was formed many of our points were part of their Programme for Government.

When politicians and canvassers come to your door this election, you have a real opportunity to make a difference for an age-friendly Ireland. Here are some ways you can make this election count.

1 ON THE DOORSTEPS!

When candidates and canvassers come to your door, ask them where they stand on the issues you think are important. Hearing your concerns can have a real impact on candidates, who in turn put pressure on their parties at national level. Why not print out our election toolkit and canvass card to have at the ready when canvassers call. 

2 WRITE OR CALL

You needn’t wait for candidates to call to your house! You can get in touch directly by visiting their clinic, phoning, writing or emailing to share your concerns. 

During election time, clinics and phone lines can be busier than usual and candidates are often out of the office so they may take a little longer than usual to reply. If you have not heard back after a week then you might follow up with a phonecall.

3 HUSTINGS AND PUBLIC FORUMS

Will candidates be speaking or answering questions at any public events in your area? Why not attend alone, or with friends? Think about just one important question that you’d like to ask if you get the chance.

Texting, phoning or emailing your comments into radio or television programmes where candidates are debating can be another way to raise the issues you think are important.

4 STAY IN TOUCH!

Older & Bolder would love to hear about your experience and the responses you get. Help us to build a stronger national picture by calling us on 01-******* 

5 LASTLY – BE SURE TO GO OUT AND VOTE ON FEB 25TH!

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