Quality of life in Ireland: social impact of economic boom

The Celtic Tiger has caused the Irish economy to roar ahead, but what has it done to Irish society? Some see the rising tide as having lifted all boats, while others argue that the benefits have accrued mostly to those who were already well placed. Some highlight how economic growth has raised living standards, while others say that it has imposed strains on family life, eroded values and communities, and created problems in accessing adequate housing, health care and other services. So, are we in Ireland now living in ‘the best of times’,or has increased prosperity come at (too high) a cost? The purpose of this book, which contains a collection of chapters written by some of Ireland's leading social researchers, is to bring to bear the latest research and empirical evidence to answer these questions. It is aimed at a general audience and seeksto contribute to public debate in Ireland, while at the same time striving for rigorous, evidence-based argument. Presents and assesses the latest findingson the social impact of economic changes in Ireland since the early 1990's Shows that the Celtic Tiger has brought important social gains and economic growth Ireland: now living in ‘Best of Times’, or has increased prosperity come at(too) high cost? INDICE: From the contents Quality of Life after the Boom.- How do We Feel?Economic Boom and Happiness.- Economic Growth and Income Inequality: Setting the Context.- Employment and the Quality of Work.- Opportunities for All in the New Ireland.- Consistent Poverty and Economic Vulnerability.- Health and Health Care.- The Housing Boom.- Changing Times, Changing Schools? Quality of Life for Students.- Family and Sexuality.- Ties that Bind? The Social Fabric of Daily Life in New Surburbs.- Gender, Work-Life Balance and Quality of Life.- the Impact of Immigration.- Crime and Its Consequences.- Soaring in the Best of Times?.- References.- Index.

• ISBN: 978-1-4020-6980-2
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 330
• Fecha Publicación: 01/04/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés