The main concern for policy-makers and experts is high and rising costs and the wrong incentive structure in social security schemes. Many see disability schemes as an easy avenue out of the labour market.
In order to address this situation, various questions need to be considered:
Some European countries have introduced reforms in this field and others are considering them. The approach to disability pensions differs between countries in terms of solutions as well as planned reforms. The ISSA European network seminar will provide an ideal opportunity to share first hand experiences and examine alternative approaches in this field.
The working language of the seminar is English.
Information for participants is available on the ISSA Extranet.