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8(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.