Scrapheap still looms for those who hit 65

Article Abstract:

Academics whose careers are cut short by retirement at 65 years of age even if they are healthy and willing to work are displeased with their perceived discrimination due to age. The Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 has enabled people beyond 65 to apply for jobs and be considered on par with younger colleagues, but its efficacy in practice is doubtful, even as younger academics fear that the legislation would block their career prospects.

Public affairs, Social aspects, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Scholars

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Redwood: set all students a minimum entry hurdle

Article Abstract:

John Redwood, chairman of the Conservative Party's Economic Competitiveness Policy Group, has suggested that a national minimum standard should be set for students' university entrance so as to reduce dropout rates.

College admissions, Control, Dropouts

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Retirement law a grey area for staff

Article Abstract:

A 2008 survey finds that 26 per cent of university staff want to continue working beyond the age of 65, but are unaware of their rights under the U.K.'s age discrimination laws.

Interpretation and construction, Surveys, School employees, School personnel, Age (Law), Survey

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