Abstract
Investigates the practicability of a set of seven indicators that measure decent work deficits (e.g. low hourly pay, excessive hours of work, male-female gap in labour force participation). Presents illustrative data for each indicator and identifies issues to be considered when using the indicator for international comparison. Combines the indicators into a composite index to measure the decent work deficit at the national level for 40 countries and concludes with a tentative ranking of countries.