Discusses the adoption and implementation of ethical codes in the textile, clothing and footwear industries. Looks at the role of non- governmental organizations in the promotion of codes of conduct (e.g. labelling campaigns), the components of a standard code of conduct and the provisions of...

Outlines the global structure of the textiles and clothing industry and reviews trading patterns under the Multi-Fibre Arrangement (MFA), highlighting the impact of trade policies in the European Union and the USA. Examines the issue of labour standards as a new non-tariff barrier to trade....

Presents the results of a survey conducted in 30 small textile and clothing industrial enterprises.

ILO pub-wep pub. WEP conference paper on the role of industrial policy in employment and competitiveness adjustments to changing trade relations in France - considers adjustment of industrial structure, and studies policy measures for sectoral assistance, with particular reference to motor...

ILO pub. Working paper comprising a case study of the impact of multinational enterprises on industrial sector employment trends in Ireland since 1966 - includes degree of penetration, country of origin and size of enterprise in considering impact on employment creation, employment security,...

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper on computer aided manufacturing, management information systems and specific industry restructuring in Belgium - based on case studies of the introduction of information technology and microelectronics innovations in the iron and steel industry and the textile...

ILO pub-wep pub. WEP conference paper on the role of industrial policy in employment and competitiveness adjustments to changing trade relations in France - considers adjustment of industrial structure, and studies policy measures for sectoral assistance, with particular reference to motor...