Business minister Pat McFadden urges employers to recognise skills and experience of older staff
February 4, 2010
Business minister Pat McFadden has urged employers to recognise the skills and experience older people can bring to the workplace.
Speaking at a business seminar hosted by the Department for Business yesterday, McFadden warned that by 2050 more than one-third of Europe's population is expected to be over 60 years old, resulting in a population with different needs and skills.
He said: "Older people are increasingly the backbone of our economy. We should be recognising this and looking for ways to meet their needs, and to make the most of what older workers can offer.
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