Deaths set to outnumber births in the UK in new era' that could lead to higher taxes
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Deaths set to outnumber births in the UK in new era' that could lead to higher taxes
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"The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.Your support makes all the difference. The UK faces a turning point this year, with the number of deaths to outnumber births by ever-greater margins for the next 50 years, a think tank has predicted."
"The impact, the Resolution Foundation said, will leave the country relying on immigration for population growth - just six months after the Office for National Statistics projected migration would drive a 5.9 per cent population increase by 2032. But recent figures showing a fall in levels of migration to the UK, combined with the shift in ratio of births and deaths and rises in public spending, mean the think tank is warning of fewer people of working age, higher taxes and a more fragile political landscape."
The Independent covers topics from reproductive rights to climate change and Big Tech while relying on reader donations and avoiding paywalls to keep journalism accessible. Support funds on-the-ground reporting and documentaries that highlight American women fighting for reproductive rights. The Resolution Foundation predicts 2026 as a turning point when deaths begin to outnumber births, causing population shrinkage without immigration. The Office for National Statistics projected migration could add 5.9 per cent to the population by 2032. Recent falls in migration, rising public spending, and shifting birth-death ratios could reduce the working-age population, increase taxes, and destabilize the political landscape.
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