Social Security Programs Throughout the World Europe

The data reported are based on laws & regulations in force at the beginning of 2002 or on the last date for which information has been received. Information for each country on types of social security programs, types of mandatory systems for retirement income, contribution rates, & demographic & other statistics related to social security is shown. The country summaries show each system's major features: old age, disability, & survivors; sickness & maternity; work injury; unemployment; & family allowances. Within each summary, the following categories are included: regulatory framework, coverage, source of funds, & qualifying conditions. Covers 44 countries. Information collected by the Internat. Soc. Security Assoc.Kritzer, Barbara is the author of 'Social Security Programs Throughout the World Europe' with ISBN 9780756729998 and ISBN 0756729998.