Abstract
This paper explores the effects of migratory work on family life. Focusing on migrant workers from the post-industrial mining
communities of Cape Breton Island, it identifies the stressors of separation on different types of family structures, and
offers a discussion on a range of possible remedial strategies.
communities of Cape Breton Island, it identifies the stressors of separation on different types of family structures, and
offers a discussion on a range of possible remedial strategies.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-12
- DOI 10.1007/s10672-012-9196-4
- Authors
- David Wray, Work and Employment Research Unit, University of Hertfordshire, 2 Fourth Street, Watling Bungalows, Leadgate, Consett, Co., Durham, DH8 6HX UK
- Journal Employee Responsibilities and Rights Journal
- Online ISSN 1573-3378
- Print ISSN 0892-7545