The Social dimension : employment policy in the European Community

The European Community's 'Social Dimension' covers a wide area of social policy which is not always readily understood. This book contains an historical overview of EC social policy which analyses its development over the last forty years. Subsequent chapters focus on specific topics - including equal opportunities, employment protection, and health and safety - to give the reader a more detailed background on the nature of EC involvement including the debates, the proposals and legislation. The book also explores the most recent controversies surrounding the Social Chapter and the Maastricht Treaty. Front Matter....Pages i-xi Introduction....Pages 1-9 Overview of the social dimension....Pages 10-40 Equal opportunities....Pages 41-63 Employment protection....Pages 64-84 Employee participation....Pages 85-104 Social dialogue....Pages 105-134 Occupational health and safety....Pages 135-152 Social security....Pages 153-171 Employment promotion....Pages 172-183 Vocational education and training....Pages 184-202 Back Matter....Pages 203-276 This historical overview of European Community social policy analyzes its development over the last 40 years. Subsequent chapters focus on specific topics - including equal opportunities, employment protection and health and safety - to give the reader a background on the nature of EC involvement. Edited By Michael Gold. Includes Index. Bibliography: P. 258-267.