This chapter forms part of a book that analyses the impact of the Great Recession on household incomes and how the major economic downturn has affected how well-off people are. The book takes a cross-national perspective, demonstrating the diverse experiences of the Great Recession across countries.

The title of the publication is 'The Great Recession and the Distribution of Household Income'. It is edited by Stephen P. Jenkins, Andrea Brandolini, John Micklewright, and Brian Nolan