DRAWBACKS OF INCREASING AGE LIMIT FOR GOVERNMENT STAFF

 

• Limited career progression for younger employees:

  Raising the retirement age may hinder career advancement opportunities for younger government employees, as senior positions remain occupied by older staff for longer periods.
• Reduced dynamism and innovation:

  A workforce with a higher average age may be less inclined to embrace new ideas and technologies, potentially slowing down innovation within the government sector.
• Potential decline in productivity:

  While individual capabilities vary, concerns exist regarding potential declines in productivity and energy levels associated with advancing age, impacting overall efficiency.
• Increased payroll costs:

  Extending the service tenure of employees can lead to higher payroll expenses due to longer periods of salary payouts.
• Workforce diversity concerns:

  If older employees disproportionately occupy senior roles due to increased age limits, it may lead to potential imbalances in workforce representation, particularly regarding gender and ethnicity.
• Potential resistance from existing workforce:

  Existing government employees nearing retirement may resist changes to the age limit, especially if it impacts their planned retirement timelines.
• Challenges in performance management:

  Assessing performance of older employees may require more nuanced approaches, as age-related factors might need to be considered.