Is age is just a number? Experts say a generation gap can work in a couple’s favour

Older women who date younger men are often seen as cougars who have little chance of enjoying a lasting relationship. Deirdre Reynolds reports.

WHEN Jean Lowes met her husband John at work, the first thing she noticed was his sparkly brown eyes and cheeky smile not his age.

Despite their near decade age difference, the pair connected instantly and soon went from workmates to soulmates.