EU Labor Market Policy

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The book delves into the evolution of the EU's 'social dimension' as shaped by 1990s ideology, focusing on enhancing worker employability and labor market adaptability. It highlights the influence of 'thought communities' in policy-making, tracing their impact from academic debates to the Treaty of Amsterdam's adoption. Covering the period from 1997 to 2007, the author emphasizes the significance of ideas in shaping policy, while also addressing alternative explanations like institutional constraints and political leadership preferences.