Do you agree with the scrapping of the fixed retirement age?
The government is planning to scrap the default retirement age in the UK from October 2011.
Under the proposal, employers would not be allowed to dismiss staff because they had reached the age of 65.
Do you agree with the move?
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I think so. More and more people are fit and healthy at 65 so I don't see why they shouldn't carry on working if they want.
Absolutely!! My pension provider keeps saying we are living too long. It's a clear indication that people's lives are streching so why not their working life too? If I'm fit enough, I will certainly be willing.
I do agree with the move. I think it is a necessary reaction to the demography of society, with everyone living longer and being fitter for longer, it is beneficial for organisations to retain skills and for individuals who are happy/able to carry on contributing – not to mention making pensions more affordable.
However, as an individual in the early stages of my career, I am worried I will be waiting a lot longer to progress to more senior position. The slower turnover of older employees is bound to have an impact. O’well that’s just life I guess!
From a purely selfish point of view I kinda agree with Paul. Great that older people are being encouraged to carry on working, just not at my expense please :)
Agree with the above. I don't think people should necessarily be forced to retire but I for one will hopefully have done so well before hitting 65. Or at least have semi-retired. :)
Paul