DARREN Millar, Clwyd West AM, has won a ballot allowing him to introduce legislation in the Welsh Assembly.

This allows him to put a bill forward for debate, consideration and decision by voting.

His proposal is for an Older People’s Rights Bill with the aim of promoting ageing well; place a due regard duty on public bodies such as the Welsh Government, local authorities and health boards, to enshrine further the rights of older people into Welsh law; and place a duty on the Welsh Government to promote knowledge and understanding of the rights of older people.

Darren said: “I am absolutely delighted my proposal has been chosen. I have been calling for older people’s rights to be enshrined in Welsh law for a long time. In 2012 I brought forward a short debate on older people’s rights, and two years later I called on the Welsh public sector to abide by the UN Principles for Older Persons.

"Whether it's in terms of their economic contribution, their volunteering or the hours of childcare provided by grandparents, older people make a huge and positive contribution to Wales.

"Welsh Ministers already have a duty to pay regard to the rights of children and young people when making decisions, a similar duty should exist when it comes to the rights of older people.”