ABSTRACT
The potential for people’s employment to affect their health and well-being is firmly established in a range of research studies. Work forms a central part of many people’s lives so its significance for health status gives it an important place on the public health agenda. From the perspective of the social model of health, work and the working environment are key determinants of health, with implications for both the prevention of ill health and for premature mortality and morbidity (Dahlgren and Whitehead 2007). The quality of jobs is an important dimension, as job quality can contribute to health inequalities, while good quality jobs are linked to positive health outcomes (Marmot 2010). This chapter explores a number of themes associated with the quality of employment and considers the importance for health and well-being of creating ‘good work for all’ (Marmot 2010: 110).
