Case study - the UK

Question 1

From what percentage is the UK’s over 65’s and between what years? (UK population)

Answer 1

2005 - 16%

2041 - 25%

Question 2

Why is the UK an ageing population? (UK population)

Answer 2

• Increased life expectancy
• Baby boomers
• Falling birth rates

Question 3

How has life expectancy changed between 1980 and 2006? (UK population)

Answer 3

2.8 years for women

4 years for men

Question 4

In 2009, what percent of the population aged 45 were intentionally child free? (UK population?

Answer 4

10%

Question 5

What are some of the impacts on an ageing population? (UK population)

Answer 5

• Cannot pay pensions
• Strain on medical care
• By 2030, 56% (independent) will have to pay for 27% (dependent)

Question 6

How has the UKs population been managed? (UK population)

Answer 6

• Tax credits support parents who go back to work after childbirth
• Change in pension rules means women don’t lose out if they take a career break for childbirth
• Unlimited immigration from EU countries

Question 7

In 2005, what was the average hospital stay for those over 75 compared to the average? (UK population)

Answer 7

75+ = 13 nights
average = 8 nights