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Hello George,

I don't know the kind of work that the individual to whom you refer does. However, is it possible to provide home -working facilities for him, if not full-time then part-time? If feasible, this would alleviate an embarrassing situation for the individual (and colleagues)and may have a positive effect on productivity.

Age discrimination is an issue that needs addresssing, but not by such an ill-thought out and superficial approach. Confusing employers and creating unnecessary irritation is counter-productive. Also, there are circumstances in which age is relevant to an employer's needs. Further there are more and more instances in which maturity and concommitant experience are in demand and are a boon to employers. Anyway, would someone really want to work in a company that practised ageism and in which the working atmosphere is intolerable?

Educate employers to appreciate the benefits of experience and the wisdom it brings. Don't dress up a benefit with suspicion!