Joint Report on Social Protection and Social Inclusion (2010)

Welfare systems and specific short-term policies have been vitally important in mitigating the social and economic impact of the crisis, says a new EU report. The 2010 'Joint Report on Social Protection and Social Inclusion' focuses on drawing lessons from Europe's response to the crisis. It presents key messages on how to orientate policies in the short to medium term to ensure a lasting recovery while also helping to address long-term structural challenges.

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