The document discusses several topics related to older workers on the Dutch labor market. It notes that the impact of an aging population will be felt starting in 2011, with certain sectors like care and education already experiencing staff shortages. The government has made early retirement less financially attractive to encourage more people to work until age 65, alleviating shortages. Employers see older workers as having advantages like experience while costing less in areas like training. Unemployment among older workers is rising due to the economic crisis.