The coalition government and ageing policy: a critique.

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to review the coalition's policy on ageing. Design/methodology/approach - A detailed review of recent government policy towards ageing. Findings - Localism has become increasing important, with reforms to health, planning and care emphasising the importance of localised action. The "nudge" of auto-enrolment will increase the number of people saving for old age. Originality/value - This policy analysis incorporates a detailed review of recent government policy on ageing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]