Older women in dangerof falling into poverty

Older women could be forced into poverty because of inadequate pensions, a reliance on partners they may outlive and historically poor working conditions.

A cross-border report has warned that unless the issue is addressed today, the hidden crisis could push many into severe financial problems in their later years.

The Older Women Workers Access to Pensions: Vulnerabilities, Perspectives and Strategies document, published yesterday, was drawn up by researchers at NUI Galway and Queens University Belfast.