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Why the over 50s are leaving the workforce in huge numbers

Workplace Insight

But if older workers have been put off work due to health risks or lack of opportunities, it would mean the economy is being deprived of potentially productive workers – which could cost the state in various ways. This was driven by increases in the state pension age , which rose from 65 to 66 from 2019-20. So what’s going on?

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Why we need to consider switching to a 4-day workweek — now 

Ideas.Ted

The results: Increased productivity and creativity; improved recruitment and retention; less burnout for founders and leaders; and more balanced and sustainable lives for workers — all without cutting salaries or sacrificing customer service. M]y life is better off, thanks to the 4-day work week,” one employee wrote. “I

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Introducing the SUCCESS 125

Success

Through the four businesses she has founded, which span strategic services, design, construction and events, Burgess helps solve problems for good and create spaces and events that make you feel happy. Along with 100 people he is collectively raising £1,000,000 ($1,350,000) for a mental health charity by running 10km every single day in 2022.

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