We explore the link between health indicators and employment rates of the population aged 55 or more. Our focus lies on … work capacity as a key determinant of employment. Using cohort mortality information as a proxy for overall health outcomes …

This paper provides a comprehensive quantitative assessment of the employment performance of first- and second …-generation immigrants in Belgium compared to that of natives. Using detailed quarterly data for the period 2008-2014, we find not only that … first-generation immigrants face a substantial employment penalty (up to -36% points) vis-à-vis their native counterparts …

We investigate the reaction of couples to a job loss during periods of growth and recession in the UK focussing on re-employment … of the spouse who lost their job. Re-employment was faster for those with a partner in work, but was not generally … are more likely to be trapped in cycles of low-quality jobs and no jobs leading to a decrease in household income over …