Why Is Mr Birling Passively Responsible For Eva's Suicide

Furthermore, Mr Birling was the employer of Eva Smith and he fired her just because she was taking part in a petition for a pay rise, eventually starting the chain of events that lead to the death of the innocent Eva.
It’s evident that Mr Birling is not the main reason of Eva’s suicide, however he passively contributed in it. Plus when questioned by the Inspector, Mr Birling continues to be stubborn and arrogant and argues that he is completely guiltless. This fact is quite obvious when he declares himself that “still” he cannot accept any responsibility. The word “still” explains the audience that Mr Birling never felt socially responsible and neither he does this time, when he is accused of Eva’s death. This word might also represent the