In a new series of blogs, we will be reviewing the current and historical work of City-REDI.
In the latest blog of the series, we look at Dr Darja Reuschke’s work on exploring the dynamics and policy implications of multiple employment, particularly the combination of salaried jobs and self-employment.
Project Overview
The “Uncovering Patterns and Policy Implications of Multiple Employment” project aims to enhance understanding of individuals holding more than one job or form of employment, with a particular focus on the intersection of salaried positions and self-employment. This research is crucial as it sheds light on the prevalence, patterns, and financial risks associated with multiple employment arrangements, which are often underrepresented in traditional labour market statistics.
Methodology
Utilising the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), the most comprehensive survey of payrolled jobs in Great Britain, linked with HMRC self-assessment and Pay-As-You-Go Real Time information, the project analyses
- The extent to which multiple job holding and combining employee jobs with self-employment are linked with low pay, low working hours, and casual or temporary contracts.
- The financial risks and spatial patterns of constraints faced by individuals combining salaried jobs with self-employment, compared to those with multiple salaried positions.
- Demographic factors, including gender, to identify who is most at risk of taking on additional employment due to financial constraints.
- Local labour market conditions and how they affect these work arrangements, with a focus on regional disparities.
Outputs and Publications
The project has produced several outputs to disseminate its findings:
- ADR UK Research Fellows Report: An exploration of multiple employment with administrative data.
- City-REDI Blog: Exploring multiple employment: Gender, local constraints, and the world of work.
- Policy Briefings: Insights into how multiple employment arrangements impact regional economic development and policy implications.
Policy Implications
The findings from this research are expected to inform labour market policies, particularly concerning low-paid and casual work. By understanding the factors driving multiple employment, policymakers can develop targeted interventions to support individuals facing financial constraints and improve the overall functioning of the labour market.
For detailed information follow the project website.