RTE.ie·3 min read·medium
New retirement age rights for employees come into effect
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Brian O'Donovan
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New legislation in Ireland allows employees to choose to work beyond their contractual retirement age if it is below 66. Employers must now provide objective justification if they wish to enforce a mandatory retirement age.
Why it matters
This change addresses the 'pension gap' for workers and shifts the balance of power regarding retirement rights in the labor market.
New retirement age rights for employees have come into effect.
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Political Bias
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Confidence: 85%
The article explains the legal changes neutrally, focusing on the rights of employees and the obligations of employers.
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