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Women Aged 50-65 Leaving Workplace Earlier Than Men

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It's according to research from Balance for Better Business.

More women than men are leaving the workforce here at an earlier age.

That's according to research from Balance for Better Business.

The study shows women aged between 50 and 65 are leaving their jobs due to the impact of burnout, menopause, and barriers to career progression.

Two years ago, the labour force participation among women aged 55-65 stood at 62.9 per cent compared with 78.0 per cent for men, creating a gender participation gap of 15.1 per cent.

It's also revealed Ireland has a larger gap between men and women in that group than the EU average.

Employers are being urged to take action in order to keep experienced women in work and strengthen future leaderships.
 

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