Silver Line scheme set for UK wide launch

Thursday, 10 October 2013 00:00

A major befriending scheme which was launched on the Isle of Man is set to be rolled out across the UK next month.

The Silver Line was piloted on the Island to serve as an advice helpline for the older population.

After also proving a success in Manchester the helpline will be launched nationwide on the 25th of November following a £5 million grant from the BIG Lottery Fund.

However chair and founder of the Silver Line Esther Rantzen says she thinks the message here could still be improved:

More from Isle of Man News

Smartmeter alert problem now fixed, says Manx Utilities

Manx Utilities says it's now solved problems that sent users false alerts about their smartmeter balance.
Merchant Navy Day marked this week

Merchant Navy Day will be marked on Island with a remembrance service for those who lost their lives at sea.
Filipino festival planned for Laxey

A huge celebration of the Island's Filipino community will take place in Laxey later this year.
Glen Maye requisition meeting scheduled

A requisition meeting will be held in Glen Maye next month.
Pre-election comedy show to raise money for charity

Political satire is coming to the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas next week, just in time to poke fun at the general election.
Viking longboat races today

Viking races will finally get underway in Peel today - after a six-week delay.
Postal vote applications have to be in soon

Living far away but want to cast your vote in September's election? Time's running out!
Mum launches petition over university support

A petition's been launched calling on government to provide more support for Manx university students.

Silver Line scheme set for UK wide launch

More from Isle of Man News

Comments