Economic inactivity in Scotland: supporting those with longer-term health conditions and disabilities to remain economically active

This report examines the evidence on supporting those with longer-term conditions and disabilities to remain in work. Its focus is on the upstream prevention of economic inactivity to ensure the protective factors for health that good work provides.


Research questions

The research questions guiding this review are:

  • What can stop people from becoming economically inactive due to ill-health?
  • In what ways do working conditions support those with a health condition or disability to remain in work?
  • What does the evidence tell us about ‘good’ work for those with a longer-term health condition or disability?

Contact

Email: socialresearch@gov.scot

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