Table 1 Policy domains and examples

1. Welfare state

Typologies of welfare states, based on family policy, social policy or other dimensions.

2. Family policy

Levels of benefits, changes in eligibility, coverage, public daycare, custody laws, parental leave.

3. Employment policy

Minimum wage, flexibility, precariousness, tax-credits/subsidies, active labour market policies, employment protection legislation, anti-discrimination law, strength of unions.

4. Income support and social insurance

Levels of benefits (including unemployment), changes in eligibility, coverage.

5. Area-based initiatives

Affordable housing, availability, subsidies, regulations on eviction, quality of housing, neighbourhood renewal.

6. Education (at all levels)

Affordability, access, developmental support.