Housing Policy in the UK: 5 (Public Policy and Politics)

Housing Policy in the UK: 5 (Public Policy and Politics)

by Alan Murie (Contributor), Alan Murie (Contributor), David Millins (Author)

Synopsis

Housing Policy in the UK is a major new textbook that traces the emergence of a 'new comprehensive housing policy' in the wake of the Communities Plan and regionalisation. Grounded in cutting-edge research and analysis, it provides a clear account of the evolution and current dimensions and tensions at the heart of this policy.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 340
Edition: 2006 ed.
Publisher: Palgrave
Published: 17 Mar 2006

ISBN 10: 0333994345
ISBN 13: 9780333994344
Book Overview: 'This important book will serve both as an essential reference and a very lively stimulant.' - Malcolm Harrison, Public Administration '...a readable and interesting book, well-written, engaging and up-to-date...offers new and insightful angles on recent housing policy developments and trends...This book is to be recommended to students, academics and professionals interested in the field of housing policy.' - Andrew R. Tallon, Local Government Studies 'Overall this book is a comprehsensive assesment in the UK housing policy from the early 20th century right up to current times, offering some food for thought on future developments.' - Helen Rankine, Social Policy and Social Work '[W]ell written and illustrated... provides a good general overview of the evolution of housing policy along with an informed discussion of some of the major recent developments.' - Colin Wood, Town Planning Review

Media Reviews
'This important book will serve both as an essential reference and a very lively stimulant.' - Malcolm Harrison, Public Administration '...a readable and interesting book, well-written, engaging and up-to-date...offers new and insightful angles on recent housing policy developments and trends...This book is to be recommended to students, academics and professionals interested in the field of housing policy.' - Andrew R. Tallon, Local Government Studies 'Overall this book is a comprehsensive assesment in the UK housing policy from the early 20th century right up to current times, offering some food for thought on future developments.' - Helen Rankine, Social Policy and Social Work '[W]ell written and illustrated... provides a good general overview of the evolution of housing policy along with an informed discussion of some of the major recent developments.' - Colin Wood, Town Planning Review
Author Bio
DAVID MULLINS is Reader in Housing Studies, University of Birmingham, UK.

ALAN MURIE is Professor of Urban and Regional Studies, University of Birmingham, UK.