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Older affluent workers are leaving Britain’s labour force — employers and the government must get them back
British comedian Francesca Martinez stands up for difference; Irish tech’s equality mindset; Volvo steers inclusive course; UK media’s ‘50:50’ target; leaders today need their vulnerable side; 850 companies operating in Europe ranked for diversity
Number of people aged over 65 expected to hit 1bn by 2030
The most talented players heading to this tournament are in their mid-to-late 30s. What’s going on?
The potential impact on heart and brain disease poses challenges to healthcare systems globally
But public policy must be informed by a recognition of the effects of falling birth rates
UN reports overall decline in pandemic-hit Europe and slowdown elsewhere
Census shows nearly one-fifth of people are over 65 as two nations report largest-ever number of residents
Almost half a million fewer people were in paid work in first quarter than before pandemic
IPPR report shows strong link between economic deprivation and levels of illness
The ‘testimonials’ page of many facilities is long on statements from relatives, but not from those in care themselves
This generation’s delay in growing up is explained by economic factors rather than any innate change
The NHS needs long-term investment to build capacity and a shift in the balance away from hospital treatment
Ageing populations present opportunities as well as risks for equity investors
UK retirement age is rising as is demand for extended home loan terms
Employees and workplace experts are invited to complete a short survey to assess companies’ progress on inclusivity — by June 12
Despite popular disquiet, a weak currency is good for corporate Japan
Our obsession with youth, tech and flexibility is leading to a loss of institutional memory and experience
Population trends are too complicated to be categorised as economic destiny but neither can they be ignored
The existing norms and expectations of our later decades need updating for the age of longevity
The real divide in British politics is still about who owns assets
Covid brought a 21st century trend of a greying workforce to a standstill and that’s a problem
Many female colleagues decided to ditch the dye during the pandemic
The clever businesses will provide the best choice, digital and analogue, for older customers
There is no changing the destination, but we can take longer to get there
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