Older Workers: Discrimination
2026-06-14 · Department for Work and Pensions · 9738 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the challenges faced by women over 60 in accessing suitable employment after leaving long-term professional roles.
Answer
The department recognises the challenges that women over 60 can face when seeking to access employment after leaving long-term professional roles and in securing roles that reflect their skills and experience. We value the wealth of skills and experience ...