Why do ethnic minority older people continue to face barriers in accessing health services, despite the evidence from numerous research reports, as well as the recent disproportionately negative impact of COVID 19 pandemic? It must be acknowledged that providing inclusive services requires action from the lessons learned, not ongoing discussions.

Rohini Sharma Joshi, FCIH OBE - is the Diversity and Inclusion Manager at Age Scotland. Before joining Age Scotland in May 2021, Rohini worked in the housing sector for over thirty years and led and managed an award-winning Equality Programme with projects and initiatives which are recognised as examples of good practice. She sits on many equalityadvisory committees and operates at a strategic level, engaging regularly and effectively with government representatives and other bodies with a remit on equality and diversity issues.