Case Study. (Britain)

Question 1

How has Britain coped with an near ageing population?

Answer 1

Rising the retirement age to 68.
‘Skilling up’ older workers by teaching them new skills.
positive discrimination in employment.

Question 2

What are the problems that could arise with a ageing population in Britain?

Answer 2

The increase in elderly and lack of younger people could shift the economically active to be below the economically dependent.