Publisher's Synopsis
The changing nature of work (contract working, job insecurity, downsizing, privatization and deregulation) has had a profound effect on employment and health. The book covers government policy, EU directives, health and safety, industrial/employment policies and general welfare.;Insecurity, stress and industrial injuries impact adversely on health and well-being. The author looks at the response of employers, including the gap between expressing concern over health at work and actually doing anything about it.