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Title:
Money Management in Lesbian and Gay Couples, 2004-2006

Subject Categories:
Equality and inequality - Social stratification and groupings
Family life and marriage - Social stratification and groupings

Depositor(s):
Burgoyne, C., University of Exeter. School of Psychology

Principal Investigator(s):
Burgoyne, C., University of Exeter. School of Psychology

Sponsor(s):
Economic and Social Research Council

Grant Number:
RES-000-22-0588

Abstract:
Same-sex relationships have become increasingly accepted within wider society alongside more traditional forms of partnership. Although there has been a considerable amount of research into understanding domestic arrangements within heterosexual households, this is not the case for same-sex households. In particular, little or no research has been carried out on money management in same-sex households. The study intended to address this gap and to develop a more complete understanding of domestic economies in today’s society.

The main aims of Money Management in Lesbian and Gay Couples, 2004-2006 were to investigate:

• how same-sex couples manage their finances
• potential links between money management practices and relationship beliefs
• how money management in same-sex couples compares with heterosexual couples
• views on civil partnership legislation

• legal recognition of same-sex relationships
• money management beliefs and practices
• basic demographic details

Coverage:
Dates of Fieldwork: 2004-2006
Country: United Kingdom
Spatial Units: No spatial unit.
Observation Units: Individuals
Kind of Data: Numeric data; Individual (micro) level

Universe Sampled:
Location of Units of Observation:National
Population:People 16 or older who described themselves as non-heterosexual living the UK, 2004-2006.

Methodology:
Time Dimensions: Cross-sectional (one-time) study
Sampling Procedures: Volunteer sample
Participants were recruited via press advertisements and gay and lesbian organisations and events.
Number of Units: 386 cases who had a current partner; 132 cases who were single.
Method of Data Collection: Self-completion
Weighting: No weighting used.

Language(s) of Written Materials:
Study Description: English
Study Documentation: English

Access:
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Availability: ESDS Access and Preservation, UK Data Archive
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Date of Release:
First Edition: 9 October 2008

Copyright:
Copyright C. Burgoyne

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