However, the statistics also show t

However, the statistics also show that for those of us that are of working age that we must prepare to finance our retirement as early and as much as we can.

“The appropriate balance must be struck between personal responsibility and government support. Reaching that balance calls for a national ageing strategy on how to get us there, this has been Age Concern’s position for many years.”

Ms Williams said called for stronger laws against gender discrimination.

“We are hopeful that the Government will soon have CEDAW (Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women) extended,” Ms Williams said.

“CEDAW is commonly known as an international Bill of Rights for women. CEDAW is about eliminating discrimination against women and promoting equality.

“We are also hopeful that Government will establish a Gender Unit to oversee policy formation, training and monitoring of policies to identify and correct gender deficiencies in every aspect of community life.”

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