20. Notes the contribution that may be made by working longer and, at the same time, re
alises that workers generally do not work until the age at which they are entitled to draw full pension; takes note of the fact that employees
in the most onerous occupational categories tend to retire earlier than others; considers that, in view of demographic trends and the need to ensure that pensions can be paid for, it is necessary for more people to participate in the labour market on a long-term basis; stresses that one of the important pr
...[+++]iorities for achieving sustainability is to enable people to work until retirement age without discrimination, by implementing adequate enhancing policies with regard to employment and social provision – e.g. discouraging early retirement, introducing financial incentives and securing lifelong learning and adequate healthcare;