Two out of every three workers in manual occupations are men, and women
continue to be a minority in occupations such as construction, and
industry. What factors influence segregation by gender in the labour
market?
An experiment with an amateur football team reveals difficulties in social
integration for people of foreign origin. When faced with similar profiles,
team managers tended towards choosing players with local names.
Can football alter opinions on immigration? According to this study, among
a club’s followers, when the team wins thanks to foreign players,
immigration is perceived more positively.
Is the gig economy threatening workers’ wellbeing? The rise in temporary
and self-employment, favoured by the digital platforms, seems to be
affecting quality of life.