Provides a conceptual and normative framework for developing an appropriate policy response to some of the problems posed by the informal economy.

Gives examples of local institutional assistance to the urban informal sector. Reviews trends from 1983 to 1990.

Discusses workplace violence experienced by health staff in the UK and the steps taken by government and trade unions towards prevention of violence at work.

Discusses workplace violence experienced by health staff in the UK and the steps taken by government and trade unions towards prevention of violence at work.

Discusses workplace violence experienced by health staff in the UK and the steps taken by government and trade unions towards prevention of violence at work.

Based on participatory field research undertaken in Bondo Highlander villages and households in 2001, provides a situational analysis and needs assessment survey of these tribal people. Investigates their traditional institutions, their livelihood and survival strategies and their sources of...

Reviews employment trends in the plantation sector from the early 1970s to the late 1980s.

Reviews the key economic characteristics of the globalization process and examines its impact on employment, poverty, inequality, global insecurity, child labour, gender issues and migration. Explores national and international policy responses, highlighting the importance of trade negotiations...

Examines the effects of awareness-raising programmes at different levels of education on the promotion of self-employment and entrepreneurship as career options for young people entering the labour market. Provides examples of programmes in developed, developing and transition countries,...