Demand for workers over 55 years of age has grown

National campaign bears fruit

(Helsinki 25.04.2002 - Juhani Artto) In just a few years employer attitudes towards workers over 55 years of age have become more positive. This vital change has taken place to a large extent thanks to the National Programme for Ageing Workers 1998-2002. In association with the ministries of labour and education, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health was primarily responsible for implementing the programme, while trade union and employer organisations supported the campaign.

Another factor behind the improved labour market position of older workers has been a general growth in demand for labour.

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