Brussels, 13/02/2006 (Agence Europe) - By 2050, life expectancy in Europe will rise by 6 years. This apparently good news, when placed alongside low birth rates and massive numbers taking retirement, could have a disastrous effect on public finances and growth in Europe. If current policies remain unchanged, the ageing European population will put great pressure on public spending and economic activity in Member States, says a report from the Commission and the Economic Policy Committee...