Isbn: 9780266788539 - The British System of Labor Exchanges (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth analysis of the British system of labor exchanges, established in 1909 as a comprehensive national strategy to combat widespread unemployment. The author, a leading expert on the subject, examines the initial challenges faced by the exchanges, including misunderstandings about their purpose and resistance from both employers and skilled workers. The book sheds light on the regulations, methods, and procedures implemented to improve the efficiency of the exchanges, facilitating the placement of workers in suitable jobs while addressing concerns such as labor disputes and the varying needs of different industries. The author highlights the significant role played by the exchanges in reducing unemployment and improving the mobility of labor, while also discussing their impact on seasonal, female, and juvenile employment. By delving into the historical context and the social and economic factors that shaped the development of the British labor exchange system, this book offers valuable insights into the complexities of the labor market and the challenges of addressing unemployment on a national scale. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…