Digitalisation and Older Workers in Ireland: Policy Challenges and Recommendations: Policy Challenges and Recommendations

This policy briefing presents findings from a policy event held on June 6th,
2024, organised by members of the Management Discipline, J.E. Cairnes
School of Business and Economics, University of Galway, on behalf of the
COST Action research network CA21107. The event brought together experts,
policymakers, and representatives from NGOs, trade unions, and industry to
discuss the implications of workplace digitalisation for older workers and
businesses in Ireland. Dr Maeve O’Sullivan, Dr Áine Ní Léime, and Dr Margaret
O'Neill from the University of Galway co-organised the event, with support
from a team that included Dr Dinali Wijeratne, Kristal Jericho, Kassady Doyel,
and Olaiwola Ogunpaimo from the University of Galway, alongside Iris Finger
from Mendel University in Brno and Hlib Shchebetun from Comenius
University Bratislava.

The COST Action DIGI-net (CA21107) is a pan-European research collaboration
aiming to bridge critical knowledge gaps on how digitalisation influences work
inequalities in later life. It addresses Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 8
and 10 on decent work and reducing inequalities. By fostering interdisciplinary
collaborations and engaging stakeholders, the network aims to inform future
policies and practice (SDG 17).