A GROUP of Irvine over-50s descended on the capital recently to lobby for more representation.
Eight representatives from Irvine Seniors Forum headed to the Scottish Parliament, seeking an MSP to champion the rights of seniors.
Secretary David Phillips said: “The meeting was on October 1 which was International Day of Older Persons. Our plans will go through the Parliament.
“We met Ruth Maguire and Katy Clark, the local MSPs, and also some of the staff as well. We had a good discussion about the likes of education and community transport.
“People seem to forget that the seniors are one of highest voting and most political of all age groups. They seem to think we have the grey vote but we are the group who have a big say in elections.”
Meanwhile, the Vennel Discovery Group held a successful Macmillan Coffee Morning in aid of the charity at its Vennel Gardens base.
It was the third year running the event was held and it secured £586.
Group member David Phillips said: “That was a great amount to raise and thanks to everyone for coming.”
The event was inspired by member Irene Goodlet and held in memory of her late husband Ian, who was helped by Macmillan Nurses.
David added: “The Discovery group have had visits from groups in Dumfries and Galloway and have visited different groups too.
“Like the Duke of Edinburgh Award, gold, silver and bronze medals are available.
“People also do voluntary work through the likes of The Breakfast Club in Vineburgh, the Seniors Forum, Sight Scotland and a small cafe.
“The bronze takes a minimum of six months to complete, silver a minimum of 12 months and gold 18 months.”
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