Retirement Planning
Early Retirement
Retirement earlier than expected may occur when circumstances force one to leave employment before the planned date. Common causes include:
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Sickness – Medical discharge
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Physical disability – Renders one incapable of executing duties
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Reorganization – Streamlining operations
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Retirement in the National or Public Interest – Mostly for workers in Public Service, often comes without notice
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Constructive dismissal – Employer makes environment intolerable, leading to resignation
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Closure of the organization – For various reasons
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Non-renewal of fixed-term contract – For employees on fixed-term contracts
