If, as recent research by the Future Foundation suggests, the number of Working, Entrepreneurial and Active Retirees is rising, how much of the change is due to longer life expectancy and a desire to work, rather than a need to work due to decreasing pension funds?

It is likely that both reasons are applicable, but many of the older people I know would prefer to be referred to as something other than “weary.”  Experienced, creative and energetic are three suggestions!