Seanad debates

Tuesday, 15 April 2003

Government Policy and the Provision of Services for the Elderly: Statements.

 

Senator Feighan referred to a number of issues, particularly those relating to transport, that are under consideration. I am pleased to note his comments about employment, a matter on which I have strong views. It is wrong to tell a garda of 57 years of age that he can no longer continue to work on the force. It is wrong to tell people at 60 or 65 they should not participate further. Of course we should be cautious and indicate that we will accommodate those who wish to continue, at whatever level, to participate in the labour force on reaching normal retirement age.

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