Norwich Union believe that employers should be doing more to encourage older staff members to remain in the workplace. Research by the company found that nearly two thirds of 45-54 year olds worry that they will be prevented from working for as long as they would like. When asked what factors would stop them continuing in employment, almost a quarter of those polled said that the employer culture did not support older workers. More than 10% said that there were no job opportunities for older people.
Our view
We agree. Employees with experience should be actively encouraged. We certainly seek experience as well as new blood!