1
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Problems of population (Uk)
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- In 2008 there was 1.3 million people over 65
- More elderly - not a active
- UK’s life expectancy is rising
- Healthcare + education struggle
- Struggling to pay pensions
- In 2005 average hospital stay was 13 nights - pressure
2
Q
Causes of UK’s problem laws
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- Less people working - less income tax for government
- Claiming state pension longer
3
Q
Government strategies (UK)
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- Raise the retirement age. By 2046 pension will be 68 - people work longer
- Encourage immigration of young people. 80% of immigrants are 34 ad under. Increases ppl Paton taxes
- Encourage more children
