Age discrimination in employment is a complex issue which impacts on many areas of Government policy and can have many implications for individuals themselves. Age discrimination can occur across the whole spectrum of employment and can affect both young and older people. It can affect a person’s chances of getting a job, as well as their chances of promotion or development when in work. Age can also be a factor in employers deciding who …showed first 75 words of 1749 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1749 total…workplace, according to Steinhauser (Age discrimination in the workplace, 1999). Conclusion Age discrimination is an issue, which we cannot afford to overlook. Anyone who hopes to enter the workforce, or who is already a part of the workforce, should be concerned with this issue. Many people are refused the opportunity to show whether or not they have what it takes because of their age. The young and old must be aware of this type of discrimination.