Social protection and old age poverty 2010, para. 31
Párrafo
Paragraph text
Even in developed countries, contributory systems are often inadequate to protect the elderly: often benefits are too low to cover costs of living. Moreover, legislation related to compulsory retirement age can make it impossible for some older persons to find additional sources of income.
Condicón jurídica
Non-negotiated soft law
Organismo
Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights