Don’t get old – The failure of HR and demise of equality

Back in the 1990’s, my father after 30+ years working as a car mechanic in Bradford was given a gold watch and interviewed by the local newspaper and his photo shown being thanked by the Managing Director.

Fast forward to 2024 and I am entering my last year at the University of Helsinki after 30+ years of service. I got my little plastic medal, there was no celebration and that was it.