Figures from the Swedish governmental institution tasked with keeping track of all possible statistics, Statistics Sweden, show that refuse collecting/recycling is the most common profession among people who divorce. In 2007 (the latest year for which we have complete statistics), over 7% of Swedish married refuse collectors/recyclers divorced.
Not much analysis has been presented with this news, but it is noted that among the top ten, nine professions are blue-collar jobs, with pilots and captains as the only white-collar profession (claiming the runner-up spot).
What we all crave to know of course is what it is about trash work that puts such hard strain on marriages. If anyone knows, do share!
Tags: Divorce, Love, Trash collectors
everydaytrash 
Friday, December 4, 2009 at 11:10 am |
Gives new meaning to trashy affair. How sad that trash causes marital strain. Perhaps the odd hours?
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 4:56 am |
Hmmm. Methinks the translation is off – that trash collecting is the most common pursuit AFTER couples divorce!
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 7:30 am |
avakum: If only, but alas, no. Somehow, it does sound like there could be a connection, but then look at the runner up. Is it really divorces that make people take up careers in flying aircraft and commanding ships?
Sunday, December 12, 2010 at 6:45 pm |
What a great article! Thanks for sharing this on your blog.