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Age

"We are always the same age inside"
Gertrude Stein

Did you know...

By 2035, 23% of the UK population is projected to be 65 and over compared to 18% aged under 16
Age regulations came into force in the UK in October 2006
In the US when Age discrimination legislation was introduced Employment Tribunal claims rose by 40%
In Ireland where age legislation has been in place since 1998, it accounts for 19% of tribunal claims

Age Equality

Age is one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. The Act provides protection against discrimination, harassment and victimisation on the grounds of age.

For a summary of the key legislation, see the Equality Challenge Unit guidance: Age: key legislation

With effect from 1st October 2011, the University will no longer be able to enforce a retirement age of 65 or 67 - See ECU information on removing the default retirement age. Those staff wishing to retire will need to do so by indicating this in writing, giving their normal contractual notice period. Further information can be found at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/humanresources/newpolicies/retirement_age

Current Policies

If you have any queries regarding retirement you should contact your link HR Adviser or if it is a specific pensions query you can visit the pensions website or contact the Pensions Manager on ext 24699.