Work is important financially and is also a major source of social connections. Good quality, fulfilling work is important financially, gives people a sense of purpose and is a major source of social connections.
Review of diversity & inclusion in business leadership shows why age is often overlooked
McKenzie-Delis Packer (MDP) Review, which Ageing Better took the opportunity to voluntarily contribute to this year, is a groundbreaking report on diversity and inclusion in the UK workplace.
The proportion of people over the age of 50 in employment has risen over the last 20 years, but this progress masks the large number of people falling out of work prematurely.
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.
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.