Religion and Employment in Northern Ireland

By David Eversley

Why are so many Catholics unemployed or in low-paying jobs? Is it the result of active discrimination by Protestant employers or is it determined by factors within the Catholic community, such as large families, low educational qualifications, or living in low socio-economic areas? Challenging both Protestant and Catholic opinions on these questions, Eversley offers a convincing analysis of the present position and evaluates the available remedies. Throughout his analysis, Eversley argues that no significant changes can be expected as long as high unemployment persists. Only rigorous law enforcement of non-discrimination and extensive education and training can ensure change in the long run. With this in mind, the author examines the composition of the labor force by religion and status and analyzes the industrial structure. He explores changes in fertility and migration patterns, education, and employment opportunities. As a detailed case study of religious discrimination in the labor market, this book will be of interest to scholars and professionals in social demography, sociology, political science, social administration, economics, policy studies and geography. "Well-done study. . . . It is an empirically grounded analysis that examines all the standard variables that might account for the differences between religious groups." --Religious Studies Review "What this monograph presents . . . is a very complete and detailed picture of religious differentials in Northern Ireland′s labor market and occupational structure, and for that alone it is to be seen as an important addition to the social science literature on conflict." --Sociological Analysis

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803982038
• ISBN13: 9780803982031
• Release Date: May 1989
• Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.