4. Birth rate has fallen by 7 / 1000 in the period shown which is supported by falling fertility rate and natural increase. 1 Population continues to increase but by slower rates e.g. % natural increase has fallen from 1.90% to 1.70% 2 The sharp decline in under 15s has implications for the future workforce numbers Combine high life expectancy and low birth rates and Singapore is in danger of becoming under-populated and with an ageing population. 3 4
5. Birth rate has fallen by 7 / 1000 in the period shown which is supported by falling fertility rate and natural increase. Population continues to increase but by slower rates e.g. % natural increase has fallen from 1.90% to 1.70% The sharp decline in under 15s has implications for the future workforce numbers Combine high life expectancy and low birth rates and Singapore is in danger of becoming under-populated and with an ageing population.
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7. What factors contribute to success? Government attitude Commitment to the cause and a willingness to fund the policy are vital. Involvement of population Working closely with people on a local level is crucial to gain support and co-operation Most successful