Monthly Archives: May 2015

How well are we doing? A report card for New Zealand

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Age Concern New Zealand 'on research'

In my previous blog I listed the policies which can influence whether older people stay longer in paid work. How are we doing in New Zealand? Some existing policies do provide a positive environment for extending workforce participation, even though … Continue reading →

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How can policies influence choices about staying on or retiring?

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Age Concern New Zealand 'on research'

If we accept that there are benefits from encouraging older people to stay on in the paid workforce, then we need to look at what influences their choices. Here I consider a range of policy options. What policies make it … Continue reading →

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