A new report from the Resolution Foundation has questioned whether government ambitions to encourage more older people to 'unretire' and return to work will be effective.
It is encouraging to see the Chancellor paying attention to economic inactivity among over 50s but steps need to be taken to further improve the situation.
We've seen the Prime Minister and others proposing significant policy interventions to encourage older workers back into employment. Now it's time to improve employment support.
Ageing Better launched the Age-friendly Employer Pledge in November to support employers who recognise the importance of older workers in boosting productivity and filling key skills gaps.
Rishi Sunak has reportedly announced plans to use a revamped mid-life MOT scheme to encourage more older people out of early retirement and back into work.
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