In an era of deepening globalisation, similarities abound between the world's largest economies. There also remain, however, marked differences which separate the three major economic blocs of the European Union, Japan and the United States, not least in industrial relations. In particular, the...

As part of the research project on the social implications of EMU, the Foundation commissioned a literature review which would focus on the relationship between EMU and reforms in the public sector. The study provides an overview of the policies and structure of the public sector in 10 Member...

The introduction of EMU has had an impact reaching beyond a change in monetary policy. It has involved a radical policy shift affecting the behaviour of all key economic agents in the EU. This literature review places the spotlight on the implications of EMU for the public sector. It provides an...

This report explores the concept of quality in industrial relations, set against the background of EU policies and industrial relations theories. The primary aim was to draw up a conceptual framework for comparative indicators, which could serve to assess various aspects of industrial relations...