Employment

Ray of hope for older workers in gloomy labour market stats

Latest official data shows rising unemployment and record-high long-term sickness but also more encouraging signs for the employment prospects of older workers.

Ageing Better responds to suggestion over 50s should look for jobs in the ‘gig economy’

The Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride recently suggested that older workers consider work in the ‘gig economy’, such as being a Deliveroo driver.

Local authorities lead the way in creating a more inclusive workforce

Recent analysis by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals older workers are a significant part of the local government workforce.

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New Private Members’ Bills are a step forward for older workers’ rights

The recently passed Flexible Working Act and Carer’s Leave Act are both a real win for employees, especially those with caring responsibilities or health conditions.

The UK is playing catch-up in harnessing the power of older workers

A new report shows that the UK is lagging behind many countries when it comes to inclusion of older workers into the labour market.

New parliamentary report calls for new national employer scheme to champion older workers

More focus should be given helping the over 50s find and stay in work, says Work and Pensions Select Committee report.

Employer-facing support for jobseekers in their 50s and 60s

This guide highlights some of the barriers that have prevented older jobseekers from securing good opportunities and gives advice on how to better work through these

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Older workers still locked out from employment three years on from pandemic

The latest ONS Labour Market statistics show that employment rates for 50-64 year olds continue to lag behind the levels they were before the pandemic.