News
July 2008
Older workers are the happiest in Britain
Older people are the happiest and most motivated workers in Britain, according to a new report. Their satisfaction levels at work are higher than people in their twenties, thirties and early forties.
Older workers reported becoming more relaxed and satisfied in their work once they got through the pressures of family life.
New research from the sixth Vodafone UK Working Nation report also found that:
- 53 per cent of those working past retirement age say they go to work to express a skill, talent or passion, compared to 34 per cent of the nation as a whole
- 97 per cent of those working beyond 65 feel 'enabled' in their work, compared to just 61 per cent of 31-35 year olds
- Seven out of ten 50+ workers say they are fulfilled, yet just half of 31-25 year olds say the same