Menu
06/06/2005
Acas calls on employers to make the most of older workers
Acas has launched an advisory leaflet in a bid to help employers make the most of older employees.
The leaflet, 'Employing Older Workers', looks at some of the stereotypes about older workers and gives practical advice on what to consider when recruiting, planning for the future and managing older employees.
Acas Chief Executive, John Taylor said: "The working population is getting older and employers may face skills shortages when existing workers retire if they fail to ensure they don't discriminate against older workers when recruiting. There are currently 20 million people aged 50 and over in the UK and by 2030 this is expected to reach 27 million.
"Of course, the best way to do that is to ensure that they have systems in place to make sure they are fair to all their workers, regardless of age. This is particularly important with the legislation banning age discrimination coming into force in October next year.
"Our advice is easy to understand and practical. We aim to be the first port of call for employers who need advice on these sorts of issues. This booklet gives employers useful and straightforward information on what they need to consider to help them recruit and retain older workers."
'Employing Older Workers' is available free of charge from Acas Publications by calling 08702 429090 or it may be downloaded from www.acas.org.uk.
(SP/KMcA)
The leaflet, 'Employing Older Workers', looks at some of the stereotypes about older workers and gives practical advice on what to consider when recruiting, planning for the future and managing older employees.
Acas Chief Executive, John Taylor said: "The working population is getting older and employers may face skills shortages when existing workers retire if they fail to ensure they don't discriminate against older workers when recruiting. There are currently 20 million people aged 50 and over in the UK and by 2030 this is expected to reach 27 million.
"Of course, the best way to do that is to ensure that they have systems in place to make sure they are fair to all their workers, regardless of age. This is particularly important with the legislation banning age discrimination coming into force in October next year.
"Our advice is easy to understand and practical. We aim to be the first port of call for employers who need advice on these sorts of issues. This booklet gives employers useful and straightforward information on what they need to consider to help them recruit and retain older workers."
'Employing Older Workers' is available free of charge from Acas Publications by calling 08702 429090 or it may be downloaded from www.acas.org.uk.
(SP/KMcA)
Related Northern Ireland Recruitment News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
10 November 2015
Call For Employers To Stop 'Creaming Off' Restaurant Workers Tips
Restaurant workers need 'decisive government action' to stop employers creaming off their tips, Unite the union has said in response to the government's investigation into abuse of tipping.
Call For Employers To Stop 'Creaming Off' Restaurant Workers Tips
Restaurant workers need 'decisive government action' to stop employers creaming off their tips, Unite the union has said in response to the government's investigation into abuse of tipping.
12 January 2012
Cautious Welcome For Agency Workers' Bill
Speaking in the Dáil on the Protection of Employees (Agency Workers) Bill, Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on jobs and enterprise, said that it was "a step in the right direction in safeguarding the rights of workers", but warned against targeting low-paid workers in an attempt to maintain competitiveness.
Cautious Welcome For Agency Workers' Bill
Speaking in the Dáil on the Protection of Employees (Agency Workers) Bill, Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on jobs and enterprise, said that it was "a step in the right direction in safeguarding the rights of workers", but warned against targeting low-paid workers in an attempt to maintain competitiveness.
27 September 2007
Awareness Of Age Discrimination Rises
Twelve months on from age discrimination being made unlawful in the UK, awareness of the legislation has almost doubled to become widespread – yet new research commissioned by The Employers Forum on Age (EFA) has found that employers are not abiding by the rules.
Awareness Of Age Discrimination Rises
Twelve months on from age discrimination being made unlawful in the UK, awareness of the legislation has almost doubled to become widespread – yet new research commissioned by The Employers Forum on Age (EFA) has found that employers are not abiding by the rules.
10 May 2006
TUC Calls For Co-ordination To Prevent Migrant Worker Exploitation
A national strategy for dealing with migrant workers would lead to a greater degree of co-ordination between regional employment, health, education and housing services and would make it more difficult for rogue employers to exploit vulnerable workers, the TUC and the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) have said.
TUC Calls For Co-ordination To Prevent Migrant Worker Exploitation
A national strategy for dealing with migrant workers would lead to a greater degree of co-ordination between regional employment, health, education and housing services and would make it more difficult for rogue employers to exploit vulnerable workers, the TUC and the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) have said.
07 September 2010
More Prepared To Challenge Age Discrimination
The number of age discrimination claims accepted by employment tribunals increased by more than a third - 37 per cent - over the past year, according to figures published by the Employment Tribunals Service.
More Prepared To Challenge Age Discrimination
The number of age discrimination claims accepted by employment tribunals increased by more than a third - 37 per cent - over the past year, according to figures published by the Employment Tribunals Service.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
