Brazil has the demographic profile of a young, fast-growing country, but its public spending priorities have more in common with the ageing nations of the rich world. David Kingman argues that something must be done if Brazil is to reach its full potential
Category: Population
Pensioners are now the group least likely to be living in poverty, new figures suggest
David Kingman gives his take on new data which shows that pensioner households are now less likely to be living in poverty than any other age group
The Normalisation of Personal Debt
The latest headlines about Wonga have caused Christopher Daley to reflect upon the way in which personal debt has become a dangerous part of our culture, with particularly serious implications for the younger generation
Focused on Luck: Intergenerational Issues in Australia
Australia shares intergenerational issues with the rest of the world, but also has unique perspectives and solutions. Conrad Liveris, an Australian policy analyst, discusses how they’re staying on top of the issues.
Can we call older people “OAPs” or should it be “pensioners”?
Angus Hanton looks for the most appropriate term to match this ever larger, fitter and healthier cohort
Is the Bedroom Tax a Human Rights Issue?
Matt Hitchens examines one of the Coalition’s most controversial policies, and asks whether one prominent voice was right to raise ethical concerns…
Should Britain build more bungalows to cope with the ageing population?
Local authorities have recently been advised by central government that they need to build more bungalows to cope with the ageing population. David Kingman reports…
Turning Japanese – Lessons from the World’s Most Elderly Nation
Matt Hitchens looks at the Japanese demographic situation, and asks what Britain can learn from Japan’s experiences
What does Britain’s population growth mean for future generations?
New figures released this week show that Britain’s population is continuing to grow rapidly – so what does this mean for future generations? David Kingman suggests some answers…
Detroit’s bankruptcy shows the danger of unfunded pension liabilities
What lessons could Detroit’s municipal bankruptcy, the largest ever in US history, hold for British policy-makers? David Kingman reflects…