Voters don't trust politicians to plan for ageing population, survey shows

Focus groups show voters understand that demographic change requires policy change, but the Coalition and Labor should proceed with extreme caution

The ageing population is cited by the Abbott government as the driver of many policy changes, including health cuts and tax reform.

But focus groups conducted across the country by the Ipsos Mind and Mood survey have a clear message for legislators. Voters understand that demographic change requires policy change, but politicians should proceed with extreme caution.

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