The report captures the views of the near 60 year olds in their own words as far as possible, comments and analyses these and relates them to relevant theory.  The study adopts a qualitative approach and uses primarily one to one in-depth interviews with 22 individuals approaching the age of 60 from a range of occupations, and employment statuses.  The report also reviews literature in a number of fields: narrative theory, career theory, change management, gender issues and the economic, social and historical issues related to the period 1948 to 2009.