| answer text |
<p>The Government is committed to supporting people aged 50 and over to remain in
or return to the labour market and recognises that people who are made redundant over
the age of 50 face additional barriers.</p><p> </p><p>In Feb 2017, Government published
a new strategy ‘Fuller Working Lives: A Partnership Approach. The Strategy is led
by employers, but also sets out the case for action by individuals, and the role of
Government in supporting older workers to remain in and return to work. The Strategy
and supporting evidence base are available at the attached web address: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fuller-working-lives-a-partnership-approach"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fuller-working-lives-a-partnership-approach</a></p><p>
</p><p>To tackle outdated perceptions about older workers Government appointed the
Business In The Community (BITC) Age at Work leadership team led by Andy Briggs, CEO
of Aviva UK Life and Chairman of Global Life, as Business Champion for Older Workers,
to spearhead the Government’s work. The team actively promote the benefits of older
workers to employers across England – influencing them both strategically and in terms
of practical advice.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>DWP has expanded the Older Claimant
Champion network in all 34 Jobcentre Plus districts. The Older Claimant Champions
work collaboratively with over 11,000 work coaches and employer facing staff to raise
the profile of older workers, highlight the benefits of employing older jobseekers
and share best practice.</p><p> </p><p>Everyone that claims Universal Credit will
get targeted, personalised and work focussed support. The Department aims to support
claimants with the same Work Coach throughout the duration of their Universal Credit
claim, meaning claimants can build a relationship with their Work Coach.</p>
|
|
