Publications

Discussion paper

Do higher earnings outweigh government’s calling?

We examine how wage differences influence the likelihood that public sector employees leave their jobs. The analysis considers both national and local government bodies. Our findings suggest that wage levels matter more in some branches of government than others.

Education Governance Healthcare Labour market

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Discussion paper

The causal effect of paternity leave on the gender earnings gap: evidence from the Netherlands

This paper analyses the causal impact of paternity leave on the household income shares of mothers. We conclude that that paternity leave does not improve the mother’s income share and, in that sense, does not reduces the gender earnings gap.

Labour market Policy analysis and projections Healthcare