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Purpose

– The purpose of this paper is to, first, provide some background to the treatment of older workers; second, highlight the distinction between a “fuller” and an “extended” working life; third, note the importance of separating out different groups within the category “older worker”; finally, identify areas for action to suppose those now facing working into their 60s and beyond.

Design/methodology/approach

– Commentary paper analysing development of policies towards older workers.

Findings

– This paper identifies problems implementing policy of extending working and provides various areas of action to support older workers.

Research limitations/implications

– This paper suggests extending work unlikely to be achieved without ensuring greater security for older workers.

Practical implications

– Importance of developing more support for older workers.

Social implications

– Challenge of resolving insecurity in the labour force as an impediment to extended working.

Originality/value

– This paper outlines a critical assessment of current government policy towards older workers.

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