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Centre for Economic Research on Ageing
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Some basic facts about ageing and older people are not well known. An interesting snippet arising from the Centre's work is displayed here.

Fact No. 1

Life expectancy at birth has risen by over 50% (55% for men and 53% for women) since 1900, and now stands at 75 and 80 years respectively.

Find out more about these and other related issues in this IFS briefing note, Retirement, pensions and the adequacy of saving: A guide to the debate.

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