The Ukrainian Challenge : Reforming Labour Market and Social Policy

In the coming period it will be essential for Ukraine, which currently has to face a combination of massive economic decline, hyperinflation and growing open as well as hidden unemployment, to give a very high priority to the substantial reform of labour market and social policy. This book attempts to assess the trends in social and labour market policy in Ukraine and to help to identify the priorities to follow in the restructuring of the Ukrainian economy and the reform of social policy. Contents List of Figures List of Tables Preface 1 From Paralysis to Progress 2 Labour Market Developments in Ukraine 3 Creating Labour Market Policies 4 Reforming Wage Policy in a Hyper-Inflationary Context 5 Emergence of Industrial Relations 6 Trade Unions and Employers Searching for New Roles 7 The Challenge of Social Protection 8 Social and Labour Policy Priorities List of Sources