Michelin, the tyre manufacturer, has launched seminars for its employees approaching retirement.

The company, which has a significant number of staff in the 50 plus age group, is offering the seminars to help recognise the contribution they have made to the business.

Employees nearing retirement age and their partners will be invited to the seminars, which Michelin intends to run twice a year.

The company is also producing a booklet to help raise the profile of retirement issues.