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Informality and Contributory and Non-Contributory Programmes. Recent Reforms of the Social-Protection System in Uruguay

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  • Marcelo Bérgolo

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  • Guillermo Cruces & Marcelo Bérgolo, 2013. "Informality and Contributory and Non-Contributory Programmes. Recent Reforms of the Social-Protection System in Uruguay," Development Policy Review, Overseas Development Institute, vol. 31(5), pages 531-551, September.
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