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The well-being of children is a vital and highly topical issue.
This important new book is the third in a series and updates the
findings from a wide range of data to evaluate the outcomes of the
Labour government's policies for children. Edited by a highly
regarded expert in the field, it uses a framework to compare policy
areas, making it an excellent source book for researchers, policy
makers and students.
This book is a comparative study of family change, parental
employment and social policy in the five Nordic countries, the
Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom. In all these countries
family forms have been profoundly affected by lower fertility
rates, lower marriage rates, increased cohabitation, higher risks
of relationship breakdown and episodes of lone parenthood. These
changes have also been linked to an increase in the proportion of
mothers participating in the labour market. The contributors to
this book trace these social trends over the last twenty years and
analyse how social policy has developed and evolved in response.
They argue that while the Nordic countries pioneered efforts to
recognise new family forms and reconcile work and family life,
there is still considerable variation between them as well as some
evidence that the non-Nordic countries are catching up. Social
Policy, Employment and Family Change in Comparative Perspective
will strongly appeal to academics and researchers of social policy
as well as policy makers looking to learn from the experiences of
these countries.
This book is a comparative study of family change, parental
employment and social policy in the five Nordic countries, the
Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom. In all these countries
family forms have been profoundly affected by lower fertility
rates, lower marriage rates, increased cohabitation, higher risks
of relationship breakdown and episodes of lone parenthood. These
changes have also been linked to an increase in the proportion of
mothers participating in the labour market. The contributors to
this book trace these social trends over the last twenty years and
analyse how social policy has developed and evolved in response.
They argue that while the Nordic countries pioneered efforts to
recognise new family forms and reconcile work and family life,
there is still considerable variation between them as well as some
evidence that the non-Nordic countries are catching up. Social
Policy, Employment and Family Change in Comparative Perspective
will strongly appeal to academics and researchers of social policy
as well as policy makers looking to learn from the experiences of
these countries.
Energy price rises have been amongst the biggest change that has
taken place in our society over the last few decades. Their impact,
particularly when this book was first published in 1983, had a
growing importance in social policy, practice and research, and
fuel was, and still is, a major public issue. This collection of
essays describes how any why domestic fuel prices have been rising
faster than other prices and incomes, what impacts this has on
domestic budgets, and the extent of 'fuel poverty'. The resulting
problems of debts, disconnections, cold conditions and hypothermia
are discussed by specialists in these fields. This book is ideal
for students of economics and social policy.
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Issues in Social Policy
Kathleen Jones, John Brown, Jonathan Bradshaw
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R2,702
Discovery Miles 27 020
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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First published in 1978, Issues in Social Policy is designed as a
basic textbook for social administration students in universities,
polytechnics and similar institutions, and for students in allied
fields such as medicine, nursing and public administration. What is
meant when we talk of ‘equality’ and ‘equity’ as social
goals? Do the two conflict? What are the social needs and the
social resources which our society tries to reconcile? Is voluntary
social service any more than a frill tacked on an expanding
statutory empire – or perhaps a way of cutting public
expenditure? Is there a conflict between universalist and
selectivist social policies? What is the impact of deviancy theory
on social policy? Is the growing professionalisation of social work
in the true interests of clients? These are some of the questions
which form the material of the book. The authors see the
development of social policy as central to the development of a
more just society, and the academic study of issues in social
policy as crucial to clear thinking and effective action.
In The Family Fund, first published in 1980, Bradshaw discusses the
introduction of The Family Fund- a grant given to families in
response of the discovery of the damages caused by the Thalidomide
drug. He examines all aspects of the Fund including its origins,
aims, publicity and its future. This text is ideal for students of
sociology.
In "The Family Fund," first published in 1980, Bradshaw
discusses the introduction of The Family Fund- a grant given to
families in response of the discovery of the damages caused by the
Thalidomide drug. He examines all aspects of the Fund including its
origins, aims, publicity and its future. This text is ideal for
students of sociology.
This title was first published in 2000: This collection of papers
reviews the theory, method and policy relevance of post-war poverty
research. It is designed to contribute to bringing high quality
research in this area back to the centre of both social research
and informed policy debate.
Published in 1997, the is the report of a study commissioned by the
Department of Social Security (UK). The aim of the study was to
provide detailed information about the social assistance systems of
four European countries which, to a greater or lesser extent, are
delegated to local levels of government. The study distinguished
between policy-making, finances, delivery and accountability. The
strengths and weaknesses of each system were evaluated and common
and divergent trends noted. There is growing interest in social
assistance schemes internationally and this publication provides
original information about European schemes. It follows an earlier
study, also commissioned by the DSS, on social assistance schemes
in 24 OECD countries.
This title was first published in 2000: This collection of papers
reviews the theory, method and policy relevance of post-war poverty
research. It is designed to contribute to bringing high quality
research in this area back to the centre of both social research
and informed policy debate.
This title was first published in 2000: Marking the centenary of
Seebohm Rowntree's first study of poverty in York, this volume
examines the modern impact of poverty on health, nutrition, crime,
gender and ethnicity.
This title was first published in 2003. There is growing anxiety
about the consequences of social and economic change for children
in industrial countries. It is in this context that the Federation
for International Studies in Social Security chose Children and
Social Security as the theme of its conference held in June 2001.
Leading academics came together to discuss issues such as
international comparative studies of child poverty, financial
benefit packages for children, aspects of social security provision
for families with children. This volume is international in focus
bringing together research from the US, Europe, South Africa, New
Zealand it should be useful to researchers of social policy,
economics, sociology and politics, as well as policy-makers and
representatives of charities and international bodies.
Published in 1997, the is the report of a study commissioned by the
Department of Social Security (UK). The aim of the study was to
provide detailed information about the social assistance systems of
four European countries which, to a greater or lesser extent, are
delegated to local levels of government. The study distinguished
between policy-making, finances, delivery and accountability. The
strengths and weaknesses of each system were evaluated and common
and divergent trends noted. There is growing interest in social
assistance schemes internationally and this publication provides
original information about European schemes. It follows an earlier
study, also commissioned by the DSS, on social assistance schemes
in 24 OECD countries.
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Absent Fathers? (Paperback, New)
Jonathan Bradshaw, Christine Skinner, Carol Stimson, Julie Williams
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R1,507
Discovery Miles 15 070
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Much has been written and debated on lone mothers. However little has been discussed about non-resident fathers. Absent Fathers is part of a growing literature on men and masculinities and takes this debate further. Drawn from one of the best social policy units in the UK and results from the current ESRC Programme on Population and Household Change. It will provide a text for undergraduates in social policy and should also be important for professionals concerned with family breakdown and child support.
This title was first published in 2000: Marking the centenary of
Seebohm Rowntree's first study of poverty in York, this volume
examines the modern impact of poverty on health, nutrition, crime,
gender and ethnicity.
This title was first published in 2003. There is growing anxiety
about the consequences of social and economic change for children
in industrial countries. It is in this context that the Federation
for International Studies in Social Security chose Children and
Social Security as the theme of its conference held in June 2001.
Leading academics came together to discuss issues such as
international comparative studies of child poverty, financial
benefit packages for children, aspects of social security provision
for families with children. This volume is international in focus
bringing together research from the US, Europe, South Africa, New
Zealand it should be useful to researchers of social policy,
economics, sociology and politics, as well as policy-makers and
representatives of charities and international bodies.
Energy price rises have been amongst the biggest change that has
taken place in our society over the last few decades. Their impact,
particularly when this book was first published in 1983, had a
growing importance in social policy, practice and research, and
fuel was, and still is, a major public issue. This collection of
essays describes how any why domestic fuel prices have been rising
faster than other prices and incomes, what impacts this has on
domestic budgets, and the extent of 'fuel poverty'. The resulting
problems of debts, disconnections, cold conditions and hypothermia
are discussed by specialists in these fields. This book is ideal
for students of economics and social policy.
Now in its fourth edition, this is the classic assessment of the
state of child well-being in the United Kingdom. This edition has
been updated to review the latest evidence, examining the outcomes
for children of the impact of the economic crisis and austerity
measures since 2008. It draws together a vast amount of robust
empirical evidence and includes intra-UK and international
comparisons. Edited by a highly regarded expert in the field, each
chapter covers a different domain of child well-being, including
health, wellbeing, housing and education. This is an invaluable
resource for academics, students, practitioners and policy makers
concerned with child welfare and wellbeing.
This volume collects papers with a historical theme. They represent
a fundamental review of A Study of Town Life and its impact on the
study of poverty and empirical research more generally.
How many people live in poverty in the UK, and how has this changed
over recent decades? Are those in poverty more likely to suffer
other forms of disadvantage or social exclusion? Is exclusion
multi-dimensional, taking different forms for different groups or
places? Based on the largest UK study of its kind ever
commissioned, this fascinating book provides the most detailed
national picture of these problems. Chapters consider a range of
dimensions of disadvantage as well as poverty - access to local
services or employment, social relations or civic participation,
health and well-being. The book also explores relationships between
these in the first truly multi-dimensional analysis of exclusion.
Written by leading academics, this is an authoritative account of
welfare outcomes achieved across the UK. A companion volume Poverty
and Social Exclusion in the UK: Volume 1 focuses on specific groups
such as children or older people, and different geographical areas.
The largest UK research study on poverty and social exclusion ever
conducted reveals startling levels of deprivation. 18m people are
unable to afford adequate housing; 14m can't afford essential
household goods; and nearly half the population have some form of
financial insecurity. Defining poverty as those whose lack of
resources forces them to live below a publicly agreed minimum
standard, this text provides unique and detailed insights into the
nature and extent of poverty and social exclusion in the UK today.
Written by a team of leading academics, the book reports on the
extent and nature of poverty for different social groups: older and
younger people; parents and children; ethnic groups; men and women;
disabled people; and across regions through the recent period of
austerity. It reflects on where government policies have made an
impact and considers potential future developments. A companion
volume Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK Volume 2 focuses on
different aspects of poverty and social exclusion identified in the
study.
Now in its fourth edition, this is the classic assessment of the
state of child well-being in the United Kingdom. This edition has
been updated to review the latest evidence, examining the outcomes
for children of the impact of the economic crisis and austerity
measures since 2008. It is an invaluable resource for academics,
students, practitioners and policy makers concerned with child
welfare and wellbeing.
The largest UK research study on poverty and social exclusion ever
conducted reveals startling levels of deprivation. 18m people are
unable to afford adequate housing; 14m can't afford essential
household goods; and nearly half the population have some form of
financial insecurity. Defining poverty as those whose lack of
resources forces them to live below a publicly agreed minimum
standard, this text provides unique and detailed insights into the
nature and extent of poverty and social exclusion in the UK today.
Written by a team of leading academics, the book reports on the
extent and nature of poverty for different social groups: older and
younger people; parents and children; ethnic groups; men and women;
disabled people; and across regions through the recent period of
austerity. It reflects on where government policies have made an
impact and considers potential future developments. A companion
volume Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK Volume 2 focuses on
different aspects of poverty and social exclusion identified in the
study.
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Absent Fathers? (Hardcover)
Jonathan Bradshaw, Christine Skinner, Carol Stimson, Julie Williams
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R4,994
Discovery Miles 49 940
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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Much has been written and debated on lone mothers. However little
has been discussed about non-resident fathers. Absent Fathers is
part of a growing literature on men and masculinities and takes
this debate further. Drawn from one of the best social policy units
in the UK and results from the current ESRC Programme on Population
and Household Change, it will provide a text for undergraduates in
social policy and should also be important for professionals
concerned with family breakdown and child support.
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