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Are boomers to blame?

5 Live listeners chat to Nicky Campbell...

MPs are challenging stereotypes around older people stockpiling wealth as younger generations struggle.

A report from the Commons' women and equalities committee is calling for action to tackle age discrimination.

They criticise depictions of baby boomers - those born between 1946 and 1964, as either frail or enjoying a life of luxury at the expense of their children and grandchildren.

Nicky Campbell asks listeners: Are boomers to blame?

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