Introducing Social Policy revised edition

by Michael Sullivan (Author), Dr Cliff Alcock (Author), Michael Sullivan (Author), Dr Sarah Payne (Author)

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  Paperback
  2003

  $3.29

  Social Policy as an academic field of study is one of those curious items that we recognise when we see it, but which is notoriously difficult to describe. It is, at one and the same time, the theoretical pursuit of norms about how we think society 'ought' to behave, but also the practical application and implementation of those policies that we consider to be 'social'. What then is Social Policy? This revised edition provides students with the knowledge necessary to answer this question. The text aims to provide an up-to-date yet accessible overview of the development of, and the context for, the provision of social welfare in contemporary Britain. The authors discuss the historical, ideological and political context within which social policy has developed and explore the changing contemporary context within which social policy is developing today.*explores the historical development of social policy through the nineteenth and twentieth centuries *examines the policy and political context within which social policy is made *considers the ways in which different ideologies are used in explaining social policy and how such theoretical concepts are necessary to understanding social policy *looks at the policy areas which form the backbone of the British welfare state and have traditionally been considered the very essence of social policy thinking and analysis *revised to include more recent legislative changes and policy directions such as the proposed 'top-up' fees in Higher Education and Foundation Hospital status for the best-performing NHS hospitals The book provides the reader with a flexible and accessible introduction to social policy making in modern Britain and will prove essential reading for undergraduates of social policy, as well as students taking relevant A level, BTEC or Access courses.

• Used

  Paperback
  2000

  $3.29

  This text provides an up-to-date, comprehensive and accessible overview of the development and contemporary provision for social welfare in Britain. The text begins with an historical overview of the 'roots' of the British welfare state and explores the social, political and economic contexts within which social policy operates. It then goes on to examine the different ideological perspectives that are used to analyse social policies and to outline the main areas of social policy in Britain. The final section explores some contemporary 'themes' in social policy, its contemporary context and future directions.

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  Paperback
  2008

  $58.08

  The completely revised second edition of this highly respected textbook provides a comprehensive yet digestible and accessible introduction to the theoretical foundations, development and crucial areas of contemporary concern in social policy and welfare. Fully up to date, it provides a concise but thorough overview of the context for the provision of social welfare in contemporary Britain and beyond. Providing an integrated framework to highlight the relationships between theory, policy and practice, Introducing Social Policy examines social policy from a multi-disciplinary perspective. It therefore encourages a broad understanding of the importance of the subject within social policy itself, as well in social work, healthcare, education and beyond.