Debates about social cohesion reflect the unease of contemporary society as we face growing inequality and economic restructuring. Solidarity First examines the concept and practice of social cohesion from the perspective of its impact on, and significance for, workers. Contributors examine the...

The paper provides an integrated framework to assess water markets in terms of their institutional underpinnings and the three 'pillars' of integrated water resource management: economic efficiency, equity and environmental sustainability. This framework can be used: (1) to benchmark different...