Billions lost through over-50s unemployment, according to audit office findings

Article Abstract:

The National Audit Office (NAO) has found that the reduction in taxes and increase in welfare payments because of low levels of employment in older workers has caused billions of pounds of loss to the economy. The report has recommended fresh evaluation of New Deal 50 plus and regional development programs.

Government expenditures, Economic aspects, Reports, United Kingdom. National Audit Office, Government finance

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Few employers act on age Code

Article Abstract:

A UK Department of Education and Employment survey shows very few employers have changed workplace policy in response to the Code of Practice on Age Diversity in Employment. Over 85% of UK residents over 50 believe employers discriminate against the aged.

Labor Force Characteristics NEC, Surveys, Discrimination, Elder law

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Older workers in the labour market

Article Abstract:

The United Kingdom has approximately 18.9 million workers age 50 and over in its labor market, and this number is predicted to rise in the next 20 years.

Statistical Data Included, Forecasts and trends, Labor market, Workers

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