Key Features

• An indispensable reference on contemporary UK labour market developments
• First comprehensive analysis of the economic downturn with reference to the record of the Labour government in the field of employment, spanning Labour’s time in office
• Leading economists summarise the key issues and trends in their particular area of expertise
• A clear, non-technical, informative text that makes serious points accessible to the widest possible readership
• Extensive use of figures and tables for instant recognition and portrayal of key trends and issues