This volume reports on contemporary research on behavioural microsimulation modelling of tax and transfer systems. Its aims are twofold. Firstly, it discusses the rationale for the basic modelling approach adopted and provides information on econometric methods used to estimate behavioural relationships. Secondly, it describes the Melbourne Institute Tax and Transfer Simulator (MITTS) in detail, explaining its main features, installation and use. After providing a broad review of tax modelling, the authors review alternative approaches to the analysis of labour supply behaviour, discuss the...

The birth of a baby is an intimate, transformative event in the life of any couple. In this extraordinary book, Mark Harris, one of only 90 practising male midwives in the UK, offers dads and birth partners the keys to understanding what happens in pregnancy, in the delivery room, and beyond. Through Mark's distinctive direct, yet un-embarrassedly profound approach readers will learn how to be aware, present, and offer practical support to the birthing mother.

Glass and Water is the first book on underwater photography for freedivers. With contributions from expert underwater photographers this book teaches the skills, knowledge and equipment necessary to successfully pursue underwater photography without scuba gear. Rather than seeking to replace books on underwater photography, Glass and Water ?focuses on freediving techniques, equipment and photo opportunities. By carefully choosing or adapting freediving and photographic equipment some early hurdles can be avoided. Using appropriate freediving techniques can increase the length of time...