Employment

The rise in entrepreneurialism among older workers post COVID-19

Starting up your own business at any stage of life is not an easy task, but when compared with the alternatives, it appears that increasing numbers of talented over 50s are deciding to invest in themselves.

What are the benefits of flexible working?

A recent report revealed almost three quarters of UK employees aged 55 or over reported in a survey that they either already work flexibly or want to.

Flexible working crucial to supporting older workers and boosting the COVID-19 recovery

We've launched a new toolkit for employers on the steps they can take to introduce and manage flexible working in their workplaces.

COVID-19 risks triggering long term unemployment crisis for older workers

A new report from Ageing Better and the Learning and Work Institute shows that the number of older workers on unemployment benefits has doubled as a result of the pandemic.

Carers' leave could be life-changing for millions

2.8 million more workers have become unpaid carers since the start of the crisis. They need more support to juggle caring and work.

Is now the time to start hiring older workers?

The devastating impact COVID-19 has had on the economy may have a silver lining for older workers’ job prospects.

Simon's Voice - Shielding during COVID-19

Simon, who is a train driver, fell into the government's shielding category at the start of the COVID-19 lockdown leading to his organisation putting him onto the furlough scheme.

The COVID-19 effect on flexible working

When the COVID-19 lockdown was announced many organisations had to switch to flexible working, which brought about its challenges but also allowed the practice to thrive.