Treating an employee less favourably because of their age.
Age discrimination occurs when an employee or job applicant is treated less favourably because of their age. In the UK, age is a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010, making it unlawful to discriminate in recruitment, promotion, pay, training, or dismissal. Both younger and older workers are protected. HR teams must ensure job descriptions, interview questions, and employment policies are age-neutral. Regular D&I audits help identify and eliminate age-based bias in HR processes.
Explore our full platform with a 14-day free trial on Standard. Manage employees, post jobs, hire faster, and manage your tasks effortlessly with our all-in-one platform.