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The article highlights a significant deficit in the Social Security system in Tarragona, where revenues cover only a fraction of active pension costs. This growing financial gap underscores the tension between the demographic reality of an aging population and the current funding model, raising critical questions about whether pension contributions alone can sustain the system without state subsidies. Experts present divergent views on sustainability, with union leaders arguing that the system remains viable through better fiscal management and wage growth, while economists warn that demographic shifts make the current structure unsustainable. The debate centers on necessary reforms, such as adjusting retirement ages or diversifying funding sources, to address the increasing burden on the workforce relative to the number of retirees. This case is highly relevant to open data because it demonstrates how public statistics can expose structural inequalities, such as the persistent gender gap in pension amounts. By making these disparities visible, open data facilitates informed public debate and policy analysis, allowing society to scrutinize the long-term viability of social welfare models and the equitable distribution of economic resources.

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Published on 2024-01-27

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