Age discrimination

Frequently asked questions and answers on the legal aspects of age discrimination and retirement.

Outlines the main issues surrounding age discrimination in the workplace and the law. Gives recommendations and an action plan. Includes the CIPD viewpoint.

This factsheet for CIPD members only looks at reward in relation to age discrimination legislation, covering basic pay, bonuses and incentives, employee benefits including pensions, selection for redundancy and redundancy pay.

Young people have been hit hard by the economic downturn. How has this affected the Generation Y and how can we motivate and provide opportunities for them?

CIPD response to the Department for Work and Pensions' consultation.

CIPD response to the Department for Work and Pensions' consultation.

A former BBC presenter on Countryfile is suing the broadcaster for age and sex discrimination after she and three other female presenters were removed from the programme.

A fast-track attempt to abolish the default retirement age has failed, following a decision by the House of Lords to drop a proposed amendment to the equality bill.

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has renewed its call for the abolition of the default retirement age (DRA).

Managing diversity is at the heart of good people management. This text raises important questions centering on how well the law supports the progress of equal opportunities.

This 1-day course examines the impact of discrimination law on the employment relationship and provides an update on recent developments in legislation and case law.