The bar chart shows the percentage of the population aged 65 and over in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the UK as a whole in 1985, and the predictions for 2035.
Overall, the percentage of older people is expected to increase in all four countries and in the UK. Wales had the highest percentage in 1985 and it is predicted to still be the highest in 2035.
In 1985, about 16% of people in Wales were aged 65 and over, which was the highest figure. England and the UK as a whole both had 15%, and Scotland had 14%. Northern Ireland had the lowest percentage at only 12%.
In 2035, the percentage of older people is expected to rise a lot in all countries. Wales is predicted to reach 26%, and Scotland will increase to 25%. England, Northern Ireland and the UK will all have 23%. Northern Ireland will have the biggest increase, from 12% to 23%, which is almost double. This shows that the UK population is getting older.
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