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Globalisation and Economic Policy (GEP)

GEP 15/17: Population, Migration, Ageing and Health: A Survey

Summary

We review the literature on demographic changes in Europe, focusing on labour shortages and growing pressures on health and welfare systems. We discuss how migration can be an answer.

Abstract

We review the literature on recent demographic changes in Europe, focusing on two of the main challenges brought about by an ageing population: severe labour shortages in many sectors of the economy and growing pressures on both health and welfare systems. We discuss how and to what extent migration can contribute to address these challenges both from a short and a long term perspective. Finally, we identify several areas in which more research is needed to help devising more effective policies to cope with a greying society.

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Authors

Christian Dustmann, Giovanni Facchini and Cora Signorotto

 

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Posted on Friday 27th November 2015

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