SCHEDULES
SCHEDULE 9Work: exceptions
Part 2Exceptions relating to age
8Retirement
1
It is not an age contravention to dismiss a relevant worker at or over the age of 65 if the reason for the dismissal is retirement.
2
Each of the following is a relevant worker—
a
an employee within the meaning of section 230(1) of the Employment Rights Act 1996;
b
a person in Crown employment;
c
a relevant member of the House of Commons staff;
d
a relevant member of the House of Lords staff.
3
Retirement is a reason for dismissal only if it is a reason for dismissal by virtue of Part 10 of the Employment Rights Act 1996.