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The definition, classification and measurement of working time arrangements : a survey of issues with examples from the practices in four countries

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  • Bell, David.
  • Elias, Peter,

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Discusses changes in working time and examines ways in which statistical systems might be altered to facilitate measurement and monitoring of these changes. Focuses on the UK but includes examples from Germany, Italy and USA.

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  • Bell, David. & Elias, Peter,, 2003. "The definition, classification and measurement of working time arrangements : a survey of issues with examples from the practices in four countries," ILO Working Papers 993605583402676, International Labour Organization.
    • Handle: RePEc:ilo:ilowps:993605583402676
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    1. Daniel S. Hamermesh, 1996. "Workdays, Workhours, and Work Schedules: Evidence for the United States and Germany," Books from Upjohn Press, W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, number www.
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