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Pensions challenges and choices: the first report of the Pensions Commission
Pensions Commission, 2004This report presents the findings of an analysis of the UK pensions and retirement savings system. It describes the present situation, the trends in place, and the challenges which need to be met. It does not make specific recommendations on pensions policy: these will be set out in the Second Report, planned for Autumn 2005, and will follow a consultation process.DocumentLow fertility and population aging: causes, consequences and policy options
RAND Corporation, 2004This paper examines the interrelations between European government policies and demographic trends and behaviour, and assesses which policies can prevent or mitigate the adverse consequences of current low fertility and population ageing.The research literature was reviewed on the relationship between national level policies and (a) macro-level demographic trends, and (b) micro-level householdDocumentThe graying of the Middle Kingdom: the demographics and economics of retirement policy in China
Global Aging Initiative Program, 2004Report explores the economic and social implications of the coming age wave.DocumentIntegrating housing wealth into the social safety net: the elderly in Moscow
Policy Research Working Papers, World Bank, 2003The elderly in Russia have often been among those least able to cope with all the changes that have taken place during the country's transionary period. Unlike the situation prior to reform - when pensions were stable - they now face considerable uncertainty.DocumentAge and security: how social pensions can deliver effective aid to poor older people and their families
HelpAge International, 2004This report focuses on social pension programmes (involving non-contributory pensions targeted at the poor). It sets out the economic and political issues,provides case study evidence (including the views of older people already receiving pensions) and puts forward an agenda for action based on sound research and experience.DocumentThe notional defined contribution model: an assessment of the strengths and limitations of a new approach to the provision of old age security
Center for Retirement Research, Boston College, 2003Most public old-age pension schemes around the world are based at least in part on the pay-as-you-go defined benefit (PAYGO DB) model.DocumentSocial Security for Persons with Disabilities in India
Eldis Document Store, 2004The paper argues that current Social Security programmes are employment related and do not appear to pay special attention to the disabled. To be eligible for benefits one has to become disabled after gaining employment. This approach does not address major problems of non - employment and poverty among disabled persons.DocumentPension reforms in India: the insecurity dimensions
Eldis Document Store, 2004Paper looks at proposed pension reforms aimed at provision for civil servants. It discusses and highlights possible limitations and insecurities and argues whether India should opt for such drastic changes in its current state of poverty and unemployment.DocumentLongevity in Russia’s regions: do poverty and low public health spending kill?
World Institute for Development Economics Research (WIDER), 2004This paper examines the impact of changes in poverty and public health spending on inter-temporal variations in longevity using a unique regional-level dataset that covers 77 regions of Russia over the period 1994-2000. The dynamic panel data model is used as a tool for the empirical analysis. The model is estimated using the Arellano-Bond dynamic panel data estimator.DocumentPopulation ageing and development: new strategies for social protection
HelpAge International, 2003This report addresses some of the challenges facing developing countries due to population ageing and inter-linking strategies required to meet the challenge.Pages