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Irish Social Policy - A Critical Introduction (Hardcover, Second Edition)
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Irish Social Policy - A Critical Introduction (Hardcover, Second Edition)
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This 2nd edition of a highly respected textbook offers a
comprehensive introduction to Irish social policy. It provides an
accessible, critical overview taking account of significant changes
over recent years. The book is organised across four key sections:
1: Traces the emergence and development of Irish social policy from
its origins to the present 2: Situates the Irish case in the wider
context of the politics, ideology and socio-economic factors
relevant to the development and reform of welfare states 3:
Analyses core social service areas with specific reference to the
contemporary Irish context 4: Explores how social policy affects
particular groups in Irish society including children, older
people, people with disabilities, carers, new immigrant and
minority ethnic groups, and LGBT people. Discusses the challenges
posed by environmental issues and the importance of a social policy
perspective Text boxes used throughout provide policy summaries,
definitions of key concepts, along with guides for further reading
and discussion. This is a valuable resource for undergraduate and
postgraduate students studying Irish social policy and allied
subjects.
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