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Abstract: The year 2022 opened with cautious optimism. Europe was emerging from two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, with NextGenerationEU setting out a plan for a recovery that builds a strong and sustainable future. The Russian attack on Ukraine early in the year changed the situation dramatically, however, creating new turmoil across the continent. In its work during the year, Eurofound documented the impact of the rising cost of living and other developments arising from the war on the econom ...; [Read more...] The year 2022 opened with cautious optimism. Europe was emerging from two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, with NextGenerationEU setting out a plan for a recovery that builds a strong and sustainable future. The Russian attack on Ukraine early in the year changed the situation dramatically, however, creating new turmoil across the continent. In its work during the year, Eurofound documented the impact of the rising cost of living and other developments arising from the war on the economic and psychological well-being of Europeans. This 2022 yearbook also summarises findings from the Agency’s signature survey on working conditions during the pandemic, its reporting of trends in employment and its study of the potential role of social dialogue in the green and digital transition. Eurofound’s research on working and living conditions in Europe provides a bedrock of evidence for input into social policymaking and achieving the Agency’s vision ‘to be Europe’s leading knowledge source for better life and work’.

Abstract: This is the third publication to analyze progress, challenges, and adjustment options of this reform revolution for mandated public pension schemes. The individual account-based but unfunded approach that promises fair and financially sustainable benefits is a reform benchmark for all pension schemes. Nonfinancial defined contribution (NDC) schemes originated in the 1990s independently in Italy and Sweden, were then adopted by Latvia, Poland, and Norway, envisaged but not implemented i ...; [Read more...] This is the third publication to analyze progress, challenges, and adjustment options of this reform revolution for mandated public pension schemes. The individual account-based but unfunded approach that promises fair and financially sustainable benefits is a reform benchmark for all pension schemes. Nonfinancial defined contribution (NDC) schemes originated in the 1990s independently in Italy and Sweden, were then adopted by Latvia, Poland, and Norway, envisaged but not implemented in various other countries (such as Egypt and Russia), and remain under discussion in many countries across the world (such as China and France). In its complete form, the approach also comprises budget-financed basic income provisions and mandated or voluntary funded provisions. "Progress and challenges of nonfinancial defined contribution pension schemes" is parted into two volumes: this is the first one and offers an assessment of early reform countries before addressing key aspects of policy implementation and design review, including: how to best combine basic income provisions with NDC; how to deal with heterogeneity in longevity; and how to adjust NDC design and labor market policies to deliver on reform expectations.

Abstract: This volume contains papers presented in the First International Conference of the Journal “Scuola Democratica”, session titled "Governance, Values, Work and Future ". The Conference took place at the University of Cagliari on 5-8 June 2019.

Abstract: New forces are transforming the world of work. The transitions involved call for decisive action. Countless opportunities lie ahead to improve the quality of working lives, expand choice, close the gender gap, reverse the damages wreaked by global inequality, and much more. Yet none of this will happen by itself. Without decisive action we will be heading into a world that widens existing inequalities and uncertainties. This landmark report by the Global Commission on the Future of Wor ...; [Read more...] New forces are transforming the world of work. The transitions involved call for decisive action. Countless opportunities lie ahead to improve the quality of working lives, expand choice, close the gender gap, reverse the damages wreaked by global inequality, and much more. Yet none of this will happen by itself. Without decisive action we will be heading into a world that widens existing inequalities and uncertainties. This landmark report by the Global Commission on the Future of Work examines how to achieve a better future of work for all at a time of unprecedented change and exceptional challenges in the world of work.

Abstract: Il lavoro nel mondo avanzato vale sempre meno e non riesce più a garantire il tenore di vita che credevamo di aver conquistato per sempre. Fra le cause della sua perdita di valore ci sono la tecnologia, che consente di sostituire con le macchine il lavoro umano in un numero crescente di attività, e la globalizzazione, che spinge per il trasferimento di industrie e società verso paesi dove il costo del lavoro è più basso. Gli effetti sono perversi: da una parte c'è un crescente trasferi ...; [Read more...] Il lavoro nel mondo avanzato vale sempre meno e non riesce più a garantire il tenore di vita che credevamo di aver conquistato per sempre. Fra le cause della sua perdita di valore ci sono la tecnologia, che consente di sostituire con le macchine il lavoro umano in un numero crescente di attività, e la globalizzazione, che spinge per il trasferimento di industrie e società verso paesi dove il costo del lavoro è più basso. Gli effetti sono perversi: da una parte c'è un crescente trasferimento di ricchezza dai paesi occidentali consumatori ai paesi emergenti produttori; dall'altra nei paesi industrializzati la ricchezza prodotta si sposta dal lavoro al capitale nelle mani di gruppi ristretti mentre la grande maggioranza vede il suo reddito crescere marginalmente, fermarsi o diminuire, con un grande aumento delle disuguaglianze. A questo si somma il prezzo altissimo pagato dalle ultime generazioni condannate al precariato e indebolite da una progressiva riduzione delle garanzie offerte dallo stato sociale.

Abstract: Disoccupazione, sottoccupazione, scoraggiamento, precarietà e scarsa qualità sono le facce con cui si presenta il lavoro oggi; già presenti dagli anni Ottanta, vengono aggravate dalla crisi finanziaria del 2007. Per capirne le cause è indispensabile da un lato guardare alle trasformazioni del capitalismo industriale in Occidente in conseguenza della globalizzazione e dall’altro alle trasformazioni di una società che diventa più complessa, lacerata da conflitti tra ceti e classi: in ess ...; [Read more...] Disoccupazione, sottoccupazione, scoraggiamento, precarietà e scarsa qualità sono le facce con cui si presenta il lavoro oggi; già presenti dagli anni Ottanta, vengono aggravate dalla crisi finanziaria del 2007. Per capirne le cause è indispensabile da un lato guardare alle trasformazioni del capitalismo industriale in Occidente in conseguenza della globalizzazione e dall’altro alle trasformazioni di una società che diventa più complessa, lacerata da conflitti tra ceti e classi: in essa attori sociali con identità multiple sembrano avere più possibilità di manovra, ma di fatto continuano ad avere molti vincoli. Gli scarsi investimenti, inoltre, non permettono di assorbire le poche persone laureate e diplomate: dunque la qualità del lavoro non corrisponde a quella della forza lavoro.

Abstract: The 2017 yearbook, provides a snapshot of the latest developments in the work and lives of Europeans as recounted in the Agency’s research activities over the course of 2017. As economies recover, Eurofound reported on the positive trends in employment, with rising numbers in work and a continued expansion of employment in good jobs. It also provided an updated account of quality of life in Europe post-crisis, showing that on many dimensions Europeans are doing as well as before the cr ...; [Read more...] The 2017 yearbook, provides a snapshot of the latest developments in the work and lives of Europeans as recounted in the Agency’s research activities over the course of 2017. As economies recover, Eurofound reported on the positive trends in employment, with rising numbers in work and a continued expansion of employment in good jobs. It also provided an updated account of quality of life in Europe post-crisis, showing that on many dimensions Europeans are doing as well as before the crisis, if not better. Challenges remain, nevertheless: labour markets are beset by long-term unemployment, underemployment and high levels of inactivity; quality of life in many dimensions is poor within certain population groups, and disparities between countries are sometimes stark. Eurofound’s work provides a reservoir of knowledge to inform policymakers at EU and national levels in addressing such challenges.

Abstract: Il presente paper propone una riflessione circa i potenziali effetti sul lavoro dell’attuale processo di digitalizzazione ed automazione delle relazioni socio-economiche. La tesi di base è quella della nonneutralità del cambiamento tecnologico, in ragione della quale la politica economica tende a giocare un ruolo chiave nell’assicurare l’equa distribuzione di costi e benefici; nonché la sostenibilità sociale dello stesso cambiamento tecnologico. Enfatizzando l’eterogeneità dei potenzia ...; [Read more...] Il presente paper propone una riflessione circa i potenziali effetti sul lavoro dell’attuale processo di digitalizzazione ed automazione delle relazioni socio-economiche. La tesi di base è quella della nonneutralità del cambiamento tecnologico, in ragione della quale la politica economica tende a giocare un ruolo chiave nell’assicurare l’equa distribuzione di costi e benefici; nonché la sostenibilità sociale dello stesso cambiamento tecnologico. Enfatizzando l’eterogeneità dei potenziali effetti nell’industria, nei servizi e nella cosiddetta “economia delle piattaforme”, il saggio discute i rischi e le opportunità che digitalizzazione ed automazione pongono in ciascuno di questi domini. Infine, vengono delineate alcune misure di politica economica utili a massimizzare i benefici ed a ridurre i costi sociali della trasformazione in atto.

This paper analyses the potential impact on work of digitalization and automatization of socioeconomic relationships. We build on the hypothesis of non-neutrality of technological change pointing to a key role of economic policy to ensure: a balanced distribution of costs and benefits; as well as social sustainability of the ongoing process of technological change. Emphasizing the heterogeneous impact that digitalization and automatization might have in domains as industry, services and “platform economy”, this article discusses risks and opportunities faced in each domain. Finally, we delineate a set of policy actions aimed at maximizing benefits and minimizing social costs
related to the technological transition underway.

Abstract: The European Jobs Monitor 2016 looks at 2011–2015 employment shifts at Member State and aggregate EU level. A ‘jobs-based’ approach is used to describe employment shifts quantitatively (how many jobs were created or destroyed) and qualitatively (what kinds of jobs). It also introduces a new set of indicators on the task content, methods and tools used at work. Derived from international databases on work and occupations, these indicators give a detailed account of what Europeans do at ...; [Read more...] The European Jobs Monitor 2016 looks at 2011–2015 employment shifts at Member State and aggregate EU level. A ‘jobs-based’ approach is used to describe employment shifts quantitatively (how many jobs were created or destroyed) and qualitatively (what kinds of jobs). It also introduces a new set of indicators on the task content, methods and tools used at work. Derived from international databases on work and occupations, these indicators give a detailed account of what Europeans do at work and how they do it. They also provide valuable new insights on the structural differences and recent evolution of European labour markets, as well as a better understanding of labour input in the production process and the changing nature of skills required.

Abstract: Employment policies tend to focus on unemployed people, but evidence indicates that many people who are economically inactive also have labour market potential. This report examines groups within the inactive population that find it difficult to enter or re-enter the labour market and explores the reasons why. It maps the characteristics and living conditions of these groups, discusses their willingness to work and examines the barriers that prevent them from doing so. The report also ...; [Read more...] Employment policies tend to focus on unemployed people, but evidence indicates that many people who are economically inactive also have labour market potential. This report examines groups within the inactive population that find it difficult to enter or re-enter the labour market and explores the reasons why. It maps the characteristics and living conditions of these groups, discusses their willingness to work and examines the barriers that prevent them from doing so. The report also looks at strategies being implemented by Member States to promote the inclusion of those outside the labour market. It highlights that many inactive people would like to work in some capacity, particularly students and homemakers. Stressing the importance of focusing on the specific needs of the inactive population in designing and implementing effective strategies for their labour market integration, the report argues that Member States should fully implement the 2008 European Commission Recommendation on the active inclusion of people excluded from the labour market.