This document summarizes issues relating to an aging workforce in the UK healthcare system. It notes that the population over 50 is growing and will account for over 40% of the population by 2020. This aging population affects both healthcare service users and providers. The document outlines demographic trends, the diversity of the current NHS workforce, health issues facing an aging population, and legal frameworks relating to age diversity. It discusses challenges of an aging workforce like retention, shortages, and health issues, and strategies the NHS is taking like flexible work policies, training, and removing mandatory retirement ages.