The social situation in the European Union 2004

The report on the social situation in the European Union is published annually by the Directorate General of Employment and Social Affairs and EUROSTAT. It deals with the quality of life of people living in Europe and provides a holistic view of the population and its social conditions as a background to social policy development. The Report provides a review of population trends, living conditions and social cohesion in the European Union, focusing on a policy relevant theme each year.

Amongst topics covered: Demography, households and families; Ageing of the population; Migration and asylum; Education and its outcomes; Lifelong learning; Employment; Unemployment; Social protection expenditure and receipts; Social benefits; Labour market policy expenditure; Income distribution; Low-income households; Jobless households and low wages; Women and men in decision-making; Earnings of men and women; Life and health expectancies; Accidents and work-related health problems; Population trends.