The European Social Charter constitutes the key instrument in upholding, in law and in practice, the principle of social rights for all those within the member states of the Council of Europe.
This compendium is the essential reference manual for those seeking to gain knowledge of the European social Charter, its rights and freedoms as well as the supervisory mechanism guaranteeing their respect. It contains decisions taken by the Council of Europe since the Charter's entry into force in order to establish, develop and implement its application.
This 2003 edition also contains the latest information and developments relating to the European Social Charter.