Looks at the fundamental importance of employment for development.

Assesses the state of labour law, and reflects on the nature and future of work, on the ideas involved and the historical process through which it has passed. Compares the concepts of work vs training, remunerated vs non- remunerated work, wage employment vs self-employment, and private vs...

Argues that employment remains depressed in the majority of Eurozone countries and that a further 4.5 million jobs may be lost. Suggests that addressing the jobs crisis in the Eurozone requires, first, repairing the financial system urgently.

Discusses gender issues relevant to labour statistics, measurement methodologies and dissemination practices.

Discusses gender issues relevant to labour statistics, measurement methodologies and dissemination practices.