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.
A generational blame game will only hinder our COVID-19 recovery
The evidence so far shows that younger workers are likely to be hit hard by the economic fallout of coronavirus. But the devastation is likely to hit all ages - with particularly long-lasting consequences for older workers.
Out of Office: the new reality of flexible work in lockdown Britain
The COVID-19 control measures meant that, overnight, anyone who could work from home was asked to do so. For many businesses and employees, this would be their first experience working from home.
Who are the health professionals returning to the NHS to support the fight against Covid-19?
The NHS is calling on 65,000 retired staff to return to support the fight against COVID-19: Who are they, why did they leave and what can they expect when they return?
Workplace changes are needed to achieve an economic win-win
While some employers are already making headway in creating age-friendly workplaces, increased education and uptake of inclusive practices is needed to keep more of us in work for longer.
Post-Brexit, we will need our older workers more than ever
The government’s post-Brexit immigration plans will bring new urgency to employers’ efforts to retain their workers for as long as they can. Our Age-Friendly Five shows how this can be done.
If we support older workers, we will all reap the benefits
Recent figures show that workers aged 65 and older will be responsible for more than half of all UK employment growth over the next 10 years and almost two-thirds of employment growth by 2060.
The age-friendly workplace: mental health and wellbeing
Employers must consider mental health and wellbeing for their older workers if they are to ensure they create an environment where everyone can feel at ease.