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This information applies to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
Generally speaking, your company isn't allowed to make you retire until you are 65. If they force you to retire, this will be age discrimination and this is against the law. However, there are some exceptions to the general rules. If you’re a trade union member, talk to your trade union about how to negotiate with your company, or talk to an experienced adviser. If your company still insists on making you retire at 60 without having a very good reason, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.
Your employer can force you to retire at the normal retirement age. This is 65 or higher, depending on what your contract says. There are rules about how your employer can force you to retire, for example, they have to give you written notice at least six months before retirement.
If you think you have been discriminated against because of your age, you should get advice from an experienced adviser, for example, at a Citizens Advice Bureau. To search for details of your nearest CAB, including those that can give advice by e-mail, click on  nearest CAB. Or, contact the Equality and Human Rights Commission at: www.equalityhumanrights.com. In Northern Ireland, contact the Equality Commission at:www.equalityni.org.
For more information about age discrimination at work, see Age discrimination at work.
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