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This is the first book that examines the European Union and single currency from the perspective of each of the member states. It offers a systematic critique of the project from the viewpoint of labour and employment.

"Euro on Trial looks back - to the aspirations of the founders - and also forward - to the possibility of reform or splitting up. After five years of experience with the new currency, fresh insights are possible into the old arguments for and against Union. Monetary Union is reversible in part or in whole and this book assess the costs and benefits."--Jacket.

"This fully revised and updated edition of a seminal reference work provides a detailed chronological account of the development of European integration. The history of Economic and Monetary Union (EMU), which began immediately after World War II, is recounted in the form of a descriptive summary of the most significant events, measures, arrangements and conferences. The chronology concludes at the end of 2001 with what is arguably one of the most...

Free of jargon, this book is a very human reflection on a historical experiment and a key reference for all academics, policy makers, and 'Eurowatchers' seeking to understand how the Euro has got to where it is today and what challenges lie ahead.