The UK's Ageing Population

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Many countries across the world have what is known as an ageing population.                        This involves an increase in the median age of the population, an increasing proportion of people living to old age (and in many cases extreme old age above 85 years), increasing life expectancies and decreasing numbers of children as a proportion of the population

(http://www.coolgeography.co.uk/GCSE/AQA/Population/Ageing/UK%20ageing%20Pyramid.jpg)

Why Is The Population Ageing? 

1. High Life Expectnacy 

Good Healthcare

Good Diet And Water Supply 

Good Sanitation And Hygine

2. Low Birth Rates

Role of Women 

Cost Of Children

Imigration Of Economically Active 

(BRAIN DRAIN) 

Issues With Ageing Population - 

The increasing number of very old people has put a strain on healthcare services and social care services.  Very old people have particular needs (e.g.

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