Author: James Rees
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 144734166X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Leading experts in the field present an up-to-date and diverse review of the best in social policy scholarship over the past year. This volume considers current issues and critical debates in the UK and the international social policy field. It contains vital research on race in social policy higher education and analyses how welfare states and policies address the economic and social hardship of young people. The contributors also consider the impacts of austerity on the welfare state, homelessness, libraries and other social policy areas. Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this comprehensive volume will be of interest to students and academics in social policy, social welfare and related disciplines.
Social Policy Review 32
Author: James Rees
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 144734166X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Leading experts in the field present an up-to-date and diverse review of the best in social policy scholarship over the past year. This volume considers current issues and critical debates in the UK and the international social policy field. It contains vital research on race in social policy higher education and analyses how welfare states and policies address the economic and social hardship of young people. The contributors also consider the impacts of austerity on the welfare state, homelessness, libraries and other social policy areas. Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this comprehensive volume will be of interest to students and academics in social policy, social welfare and related disciplines.
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 144734166X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Leading experts in the field present an up-to-date and diverse review of the best in social policy scholarship over the past year. This volume considers current issues and critical debates in the UK and the international social policy field. It contains vital research on race in social policy higher education and analyses how welfare states and policies address the economic and social hardship of young people. The contributors also consider the impacts of austerity on the welfare state, homelessness, libraries and other social policy areas. Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this comprehensive volume will be of interest to students and academics in social policy, social welfare and related disciplines.
Social Policy Review 20
Author: Maltby, Tony
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 9781847420763
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
This collection brings together opinion, commentary, research evidence, professional guidance, debate and critique in order to understand the phenomenon of anti-social behaviour.--
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 9781847420763
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
This collection brings together opinion, commentary, research evidence, professional guidance, debate and critique in order to understand the phenomenon of anti-social behaviour.--
Social Policy Review 36
Author: Bozena Sojka
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 144737357X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Experts review leading social policy scholarship from across the globe in this new volume in the Social Policy Review series. Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this book will be essential reading for students and academics in social policy, social welfare and related disciplines.
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 144737357X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Experts review leading social policy scholarship from across the globe in this new volume in the Social Policy Review series. Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this book will be essential reading for students and academics in social policy, social welfare and related disciplines.
Social Policy Review 26
Author: Kevin Farnsworth
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 1447315561
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
Since the 2008 economic crisis, each year has brought new challenges to welfare states. This important annual volume with contributions from an exciting mix of internationally renowned experts within the social policy community examines the economic and political challenges that have confronted governments, and highlights the diverse ways in which nations have responded. Part One explores the most pressing questions confronting British social policy, from the school-leaving age, employment, in-work benefits to taxation. Part Two examines the political and professional dilemmas involved in the delivery and financing of social policy. Part Three identifies the challenges in integrating social policy with other areas of the welfare state, including social care, health policy and labour market policy. This comprehensive discussion of the most challenging issues arising during the past year provides academics and students with an invaluable up-to-date analysis of the current state of social policy.
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 1447315561
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
Since the 2008 economic crisis, each year has brought new challenges to welfare states. This important annual volume with contributions from an exciting mix of internationally renowned experts within the social policy community examines the economic and political challenges that have confronted governments, and highlights the diverse ways in which nations have responded. Part One explores the most pressing questions confronting British social policy, from the school-leaving age, employment, in-work benefits to taxation. Part Two examines the political and professional dilemmas involved in the delivery and financing of social policy. Part Three identifies the challenges in integrating social policy with other areas of the welfare state, including social care, health policy and labour market policy. This comprehensive discussion of the most challenging issues arising during the past year provides academics and students with an invaluable up-to-date analysis of the current state of social policy.
Rethinking Social Policy
Author: Gail Lewis
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1412932742
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Rethinking Social Policy is a comprehensive introduction to, and analysis of, the complex mixture of problems and possibilities within the study of social policy. Contributors at the cutting edge of social policy analysis reflect upon the implications of new social and theoretical movements for welfare and the study of social policy. Topics covered include: criminology and crime control; race, class and gender; poverty and sexuality; the body and the emotions; violence; work and welfare in Europe. Examples are drawn from a variety of welfare sectors such as: social services and community care, health, education, employment, and criminal justice. This is a course reader for The Open University course (D860) Rethinking Social Practice.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1412932742
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Rethinking Social Policy is a comprehensive introduction to, and analysis of, the complex mixture of problems and possibilities within the study of social policy. Contributors at the cutting edge of social policy analysis reflect upon the implications of new social and theoretical movements for welfare and the study of social policy. Topics covered include: criminology and crime control; race, class and gender; poverty and sexuality; the body and the emotions; violence; work and welfare in Europe. Examples are drawn from a variety of welfare sectors such as: social services and community care, health, education, employment, and criminal justice. This is a course reader for The Open University course (D860) Rethinking Social Practice.
Social Policy Review 16
Author: Ellison, Nick
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 1847424716
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Social Policy Review 16 is an excellent source of information and opinion about core aspects of contemporary social policy for students and academics alike. It will also appeal to all those with an interest in ‘welfare’ in the widest sense of the term.
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 1847424716
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Social Policy Review 16 is an excellent source of information and opinion about core aspects of contemporary social policy for students and academics alike. It will also appeal to all those with an interest in ‘welfare’ in the widest sense of the term.
Social Policy Review 33
Author: Pomati, Marco
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 1447359720
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this volume addresses current issues and critical debates throughout the international social policy field with a key focus on migration, the impact of COVID-19 and global policy responses.
Publisher: Policy Press
ISBN: 1447359720
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Published in association with the Social Policy Association, this volume addresses current issues and critical debates throughout the international social policy field with a key focus on migration, the impact of COVID-19 and global policy responses.
Social Policy
Author: Hartley Dean
Publisher: Polity
ISBN: 0745651771
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Providing a short and lively introduction for all students new to social policy, this text analyses how healthcare and education, jobs and money and even physical and emotional security are mediated through social policy.
Publisher: Polity
ISBN: 0745651771
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Providing a short and lively introduction for all students new to social policy, this text analyses how healthcare and education, jobs and money and even physical and emotional security are mediated through social policy.
The Handbook of Social Policy
Author: James Midgley
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 9780761915614
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 570
Book Description
Comprises 33 papers grouped under five themes: The Nature of social policy; The History of social policy; Social policy and the social services; The Political economy of social policy; and International and future perspectives on social policy.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 9780761915614
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 570
Book Description
Comprises 33 papers grouped under five themes: The Nature of social policy; The History of social policy; Social policy and the social services; The Political economy of social policy; and International and future perspectives on social policy.
What is Social Policy?
Author: Daniel Beland
Publisher: Polity
ISBN: 0745645844
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
From housing, pensions and family benefits, to health care, unemployment insurance and social assistance, the welfare state is a key aspect of our lives. This book provides a concise political and sociological introduction to social policy, helping readers to grasp the nature of social programs and the political struggles surrounding them.
Publisher: Polity
ISBN: 0745645844
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
From housing, pensions and family benefits, to health care, unemployment insurance and social assistance, the welfare state is a key aspect of our lives. This book provides a concise political and sociological introduction to social policy, helping readers to grasp the nature of social programs and the political struggles surrounding them.