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Glossary:Function

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Conventionally agreed category of social needs and risks that individuals and households may face at different stages in their life. The classification of social benefits by function thus indicates the primary purpose for which the social protection is provided, irrespective of legislative or institutional provisions. Eight functions of social protection are distinguished in the ESSPROS:

Further information

European system of integrated social protection statistics — ESSPROS Manual and User guidelines. 2019 edition

Statistical data

Social protection statistics - Family and children benefits

Social protection statistics - Unemployment benefits