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20/07/2009
Call for retirement law change |
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There needs to be a change in the law to recognise the contribution older members of the workforce can make, it has been argued.
Independent advisor on pensions policy Dr Ros Altmenn said that the law on how long people can work over 65 should be changed to enable them to keep working beyond that age, something employers can currently prevent them from doing.
Welcoming a government move to bring forward a review of the retirement law, she stated: "At the moment the law does not protect you beyond 65 and employers can sack you just for being 65, which is ridiculous in my view."
Ms Altmann added that allowing people to work for longer would also help to deal with the pensions crisis, as people aged over 65 would be able to keep working to supplement their income.
Those in the capital with a work-related dispute may wish to consult with employment lawyers in London.
A High Court challenge to the mandatory retirement age began last week, with Age Concern bringing a case against the government on the grounds that the regulations contravene European discrimination law.
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