Internal Labor Mobility in Central Europe and the Baltic Region (Paperback, New)

Large regional disparities in labor market indicators exist in Central Europe and the Baltic region. Such disparities appear to be persistent over time indicating, in part, a lack of flexibility in the prevailing adjustment mechanisms. Internal labor mobility is often seen as an important instrument to reduce adjustment costs when other mechanisms fail. Drawing from a variety of data sources and utilizing a common empirical framework and estimation strategy, this study identifies patterns and statistical profiles of geographical mobility. It finds internal migration to be generalily low and highly concentrated among better-educated, young, and single workers. This suggests that migration is more likely to reinforce existing inequalities than to act as an equalizing phenomenon. By way of contrast, commuting flows have grown over time and are more responsive to regional economic differentials. The findings suggest the need for appropriate and country-tailored policy measures designed to increase the responsiveness of labor flows to market conditions.

General

Imprint:	World Bank Publications
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	World Bank Working Paper
Release date:	May 2007
First published:	May 2007
Authors:	Pieter M. Serneels • Pierella Paci
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 5mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	102
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-8213-7090-2
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Economics > Labour economics > General
LSN:	0-8213-7090-1
Barcode:	9780821370902

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