This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from UK statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from UK statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other UK-specific metadata information.

Indicator available
Indicator description
Geographical coverage
Unit of measurement
Definitions
Available disaggregations
Calculations
Other information
Data last updated 18 April 2019
Metadata last updated 04 December 2020

This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator name

Level of national compliance with labour rights (freedom of association and collective bargaining) based on International Labour Organization (ILO) textual sources and national legislation, by sex and migrant status
Target name

Protect labour rights and promote safe and secure working environments for all workers, including migrant workers, in particular women migrants, and those in precarious employment
Global indicator description
UN designated tier

Tier II
UN custodian agency

International Labour Organization (ILO)
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals metadata for target 8.8 opens in a new window
Back to top