The XX-factor
Pakistani and Bangladeshi Britons are flourishing. The reason? Women
IF BRITONS suffered after the 2008 financial crash, ethnic minorities suffered most. Their earnings slipped further and their household incomes fell faster than those of whites. For two groups, however—Pakistani and Bangladeshi Britons—things got better. Household incomes went up and earnings increased (see chart), while Bangladeshi children have most improved their circumstances. Both groups have long lagged behind other Britons. Why are they catching up now?
This article appeared in the Britain section of the print edition under the headline “The XX-factor”
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