Abstract
This article reviews the likelihood of inter-generational conflict arising from population ageing in the twentieth century. The evidence used to support the idea of inter-generational conflict is critically examined. The article puts forward an alternate scenario based on different projections about trends in employment, productivity and future economic growth. Finally, the paper reviews evidence that changes in preferences for care within the family will help to reduce generational tensions over the allocation of resources.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 27-36 |
| Journal | Policy & Politics |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - Jan 1991 |