Understanding Social Policy

by Michael Hill (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1997

  $4.33

  This is a substantial revision of a text which remains a comprehensive introduction to the whole field of social policy, as well as providing an assessment of its historical development. This edition brings up to date all the relevant information. Taking full account of the dramatic changes to social policy which were initiated under the Conservative Government in the 80s, and which have continued to the present, this volume explores the contemporary trajectory of policy, as well as the ways in which a future government may change it. Based on the view that those who study the subject need to consider the way in which policy is made and implemented, as well as to learn about the main policies and their limitations, this volume is a useful text for students of social policy, as well as a wide range of practitioner-carers in training.

• Used

  Paperback
  1988

  $3.25

  The third edition of Michael Hill's Understanding Social Policy is a substantial revision of this successful text. The latest information on policy changes is included and full consideration is given to the ways in which the terms of policy debate have changed. The chapters on policy making and implementation discuss the limitations and controversial aspects of the main social policies, and now examine the new strains imposed upon the doctrine of representative government in the political climate since the re-election of the Conservatives. Specific chapters dealing with social security, the personal social services, the health service, education and housing have all been revised to take account of developments such as the 1986 Social Security Act, the Community Care debate, the new labour market, unemployment and privatization. The book schould be of interest to students of social policy, as well as health workers and social workers.