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Tweet[IWS] EWCO: UNDECLARED WORK IN THE EU [10 June 2014]
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UNDECLARED WORK IN THE EU [10 June 2014]
http://www.eurofound.europa.eu/ewco/surveyreports/EU1404011D/EU1404011D.htm
or
http://www.eurofound.europa.eu/ewco/surveyreports/EU1404011D/EU1404011D.pdf
[full-text, 14 pages]
This survey data report examines the main findings on the supply side of undeclared work around the EU based on a Special Eurobarometer survey carried out in 2013. The report examines the survey methodology, the concept of undeclared work, the characteristics of those supplying goods and services on an undeclared basis, the types of work activities that are undeclared, and income levels from undeclared work, including the extent of the practice of offering cash in hand.
Contents
Introduction
Methodology
Concept of undeclared work
People supplying undeclared goods and services
Type of undeclared work
Amount earned through undeclared work
Reasons for carrying out undeclared work
Envelope wages
Commentary
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