Ageing population

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Ageing population

Advantages

  • An older population has solid and traditional views and morals.
  • The older work force is an experienced and hard working one.
  • A larger percentage of an ageing population attracts specific industries and create new job oppurtunities.
  • An older population is less likely to rely on their own transport; this means more public transport and less carbon emissions.

Disadvantages

  • An ageing popualtion is expensive to maintain.
  • Pensioners are not contributing to the 'pot of gold'. They are not working, which means they are not contributing to taxes.
  • With an ageing population there is more money being taken from the funds than what is being provided.
  • Older people are more likely to get ill/injured, so longer opening hours for surgeries and better accessibilty to health care staff are essential. This would cost the NHS millions.

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