6:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday 6 May 2015
The inequalities of ageing
The 2015 lecture series, led by Professor Sara Arber, talked about the stark inequalities older people would face in gaining employment beyond the age of 65, as the government raises the retirement age.
University of Surrey
Guildford
Surrey
GU2 7XH
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About the lecture
Years of healthy life expectancy and the likelihood of disability in older age vary significantly, and as a result particular groups are going to find it hard to keep working beyond 65 – and are more likely to be disadvantaged by a rise in the state pension age – than others.
The findings, presented by Professor Sara Arber, are based on data from interviews with over 11,000 men and women aged between 60 and 79. Read more about the findings.
About the series
The Adams-Sweeting Lecture series was created in honour of two of the University of Surrey’s most prestigious academics – Distinguished Professor of Physics, Alf Adams and Distinguished Professor of Space Engineering, Sir Martin Sweeting.
The lecture sees experts, innovators and scientists deliver fascinating talks on pioneering developments in their area of expertise. Feed your intrigue, expand your mind and join us to learn about the innovations shaping the world.
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