Age 

• By 2006 there will be more 55-64 year olds than 16-24 year olds for the first time. (Source: Employers Forum on Age)
• There are 1 million fewer people in their 20s than there were ten years ago. (Source: Employers Forum on Age)
• The South West region of England has the highest percentage of people over 65 (19%) and London has the lowest (12%). Northern Ireland has the highest percentage of people aged under 15 (23%). (Source: Office of National Statistics) Social Trends 34 (pg20)
• In 2003, men and women aged 65 could expect to live to the age of 81 and 84 respectively. (Source: Office of National Statistics)
• In 2001, there were estimated to be 8,100 people aged 100 and over in the UK. (Source: Age Concern)
• Close to half of young workers say they've been held back at work because of their age. (Source: Employers Forum on Age)
• By 2006, 45-59 year olds will form the largest group in the labour force. (Source: Employers Forum on Age)
• Just under 40% of people in their sixties say they are happy to work until they are 70. (Source: Employers Forum on Age)

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