, pensioners are compared on their poverty rates and inequality. The redistribution paradox states that poverty will be the highest …) poverty rates are much higher than in the Netherlands (universal minimum pension). Poverty rates are higher for elderly women … inequality in income is higher for men than for women both in Belgium and in the Netherlands. In order to minimize poverty and …

manifestation of poverty. Three hypotheses of scientific research formulated by the author of this Thesis were proved: the first one …

comprehensive analysis of notion of poverty was carried out, the relation between inequality of income and poverty was evaluated and … drawbacks of criteria for poverty assessment were revealed. A model system of income redistribution was created, essential means … of reducing income inequality and poverty as well as the problem of their efficiency were distinguished and trends of …