Ukrainians are opposed to pension reform

Raising the retirement age for women from 55 to 60 years and men to 62 years (for government employees) does not support 88% of the population of Ukraine. Such data were obtained during the All-Ukrainian poll, conducted by the Ukrainian Democratic Circle "commissioned by the Institute policy. In this case, would support raising the retirement age only 6.8% and 5.2% could not decide. The level of support or nepodderzhki government initiative to raise the retirement age is practically the same in all regions. However, 57.4% of the population believes that in a city or a rural area where they live, mass protests against raising the retirement age is unlikely. However, 33.3% hold the opinion that such protests are possible. Could not decide on this matter 9,3%. If the rallies and demonstrations against raising the retirement age will be held, the 36,8% of citizens willing to participate in them. Will not participate 54.7% could not decide - 8,5%. The poll was conducted January 29 - February 7, 2011. The sample covers all regions of Ukraine. Place of residence were interviewed 1200 respondents aged 18 and older. Statistical sampling error does not exceed 2,9%. Earlier, Prime Minister Mykola Azarov said that the delay pension reform in Ukraine has no meaning. At the same time, he said the government was prepared to withdraw to revise the bill if, during the parliamentary hearings will hear reasoned arguments against it and will make alternative proposals. Ministry of Industry