Clarinetist Challenges 70 Retirement Rule | Dublin News

A veteran clarinettist and composer, John Finucane, is taking on the Royal Irish Academy of Music over its mandatory 70-year retirement age—despite being told he’s “over the limit” at 69. His legal team successfully blocked the academy’s attempt to dismiss the case, arguing that future age discrimination is protected under the Employment Equality Act. Even though Finucane signed a new contract under pressure, the adjudication officer ruled the academy knew of his claims beforehand. The case now moves forward to full investigation, as Finucane fights to prove he’s being unfairly sidelined for his age. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0681259b7e34cdbe