The main work of Years Ahead   will be done through time-limited task groups with clear objectives to deal with specific issues.  Each task group will

• analyse the current state of play
• identify policy issues
• report on further research that is needed
• make recommendations for action

Their work programmes will be time –defined and action orientated and the lifespan of each group will normally be 6-12 months.
There are currently four task groups:

• Implications of Demographic Change
• Worklessness in the 50+ Age Group
• Older People and the Research Agenda (download PDF report here)
• Arts and Older People

Other priorities identified by older people themselves include:

• Health
• Transport
• Age discrimination
• Social and economic inclusion
• Housing