A major research theme at CPE evaluates the economic impact of a broad range of labour market policies on employment, labour supply, remuneration and wage progression. We define 'economic impact' broadly, by looking at the effect of policies on household income, (un)employment and labour market transitions, individual and social welfare, cost efficiency and the public finances.

A number of specific research projects have been launched, to look at:

• evaluating the effects of tax and welfare policy reform on employment and labour supply;
• the effect of unemployment insurance and social benefits on labour market outcomes;
• measuring the cost-effectiveness and optimality of tax and welfare policies;
• international comparisons of tax and welfare policies, including an assessment of the potential for international policy transfer and convergence across national domains;
• the determinants of pay in the private and public sectors.