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The Impact on Unemployment Duration of a Mandatory Job Search Program

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  • Álvaro A. Novo

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  • Mário Centeno & Álvaro A. Novo, 2006. "The Impact on Unemployment Duration of a Mandatory Job Search Program," Economic Bulletin and Financial Stability Report Articles and Banco de Portugal Economic Studies, Banco de Portugal, Economics and Research Department.
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