Based on data analysis and surveys of firms in four countries, focuses on wage fixing in the informal economy and the role of the minimum wage in informal wage determination. Includes also information on working hours in informal firms.

Using an international comparative survey conducted by the ILO in 12 countries, examines the legal framework and enterprise practices (e.g. codes of conduct on AIDS, AIDS agreements concluded in important industrial sectors, as well as negative practices), the impact of the measures taken, and...

Using Portugal, Spain and Italy as case studies, examines the relationship between social protection and local economic development.

Using Portugal, Spain and Italy as case studies, examines the relationship between social protection and local economic development.