WORCESTER MP Robin Walker has visited retirement schemes in the city as part of a programme to reach out to older constituents, especially those with limited mobility.

The politician held drop-in sessions at Warmstry Court in Quay Street and Noele Court in Ombersley Road, which are run by Sanctuary Housing.

Attendees took part in group discussions during which they were able to share views and ideas for the city, and also talk one-to-one with the MP.

Eddie Turner, 76, of Noele Court, said: “I came along to listen to what Mr Walker had to say and I found it really interesting.

“It was good to hear him talk about all the things that are happening in Worcester and to join in a discussion with him and other residents.”

Mr Walker added: “It is always a pleasure to meet with constituents and I am aware that the regular surgeries that I hold in public buildings around the city aren’t always convenient for those who might have limited mobility or who might be based in a sheltered scheme.

“I am really grateful to Sanctuary for arranging these visits so that we could meet people in the comfort of their own homes. It was very useful to hear the range of issues being raised and to be able to talk a little about what we have been doing to increase the value of the state pension, support mobility through investing in bus passes for pensioners and put a cap on the cost of care.”

“It was fascinating to hear from a number of people who have lived in Worcester all their lives including one lady who lost her home when the city was bombed during the Second World War and a number of residents who remembered being canvassed by my late father.

“I very much appreciated the chance to hear from so many people who know Worcester very well and such a collective source of wisdom.”

Mr Walker intends to visit further retirement schemes across the city during January and February.