Examines 67 IMF Article IV consultations in 27 EU member states between 2008 and 2011, and shows that there is an overwhelming emphasis on fiscal consolidation, reduction of social expenditures, and measures that weaken the bargaining power and income of labour, and make it difficult to promote...

This paper discusses the employment policy mechanisms in the EU and the United Kingdom and Germany.

Examines recent developments in employment and training in European forestry and investigates the mechanization of forest harvesting and the training of forest machine operators in France and Poland. Briefly describes three vocational training programmes promoted by the European Commission.

Investigates the extent and characteristics of child labour in developed countries. Analyses data on injury and fatality rates among young workers and shows how the characteristics of children's jobs are themselves associated with elevated risk. Identifies the main problem areas and proposes...