The Public-Private Mix in Pensions - A Comparative Perspective

Hosted by the Social Policy Association Pensions Policy Research Group, this seminar brings together academics from various countries to discuss and explore the intricate balance between public and private pension systems. The seminar offers a unique opportunity to hear from leading experts in the field, gain valuable insights, and engage in stimulating discussions on pension systems.

Our distinguished speakers include Aart-Jan Riekhoff, Senior Researcher at the Finnish Centre for Pensions; Dirk Hofäcker, Professor of Quantitative Methods of Empirical Social Research at the University of Duisburg-Essen; and Traute Meyer, Professor of Social Policy at the University of Southampton.

The programme

Each speaker will provide a brief presentation followed by an interactive session for questions and discussion. Presentations will include:

• Pension reform and pension adequacy in the UK 1993-2020 - A comparative European perspective – Prof Traute Meyer
• The unfinished privatisation of the German pension system – Prof Dirk Hofäcker
• Pensions in Finland: A typical case of public crowding out private – Dr Aart-Jan Riekhoff

Registration

This is a free event and you can register online to secure your place.

We look forward to your participation!