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paperback. This book offers a vivid and persuasive critical examination of New Labour's programme for the modernisation of local government, providing a balanced view of the democracy and participation debate. It draws on a wide range of new survey data to relate the crisis of local politics and governance to wider changes in the political culture. Num Pages: 244 pages, 44tabs. BIC Classification: 1DB; JPHV; JPQB; JPR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 148 x 13. Weight in Grams: 348.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342188
ISBN
9781861342188
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 34.92

Paperback. This reader provides two centuries of historical context to debates on health inequality. Extracts from classic texts, information about authors and an introduction draw together important themes of change and continuity. It is a key text for students on a range of policy courses and an excellent resource for anyone interested in poverty. Editor(s): Davey-Smith, George; Dorling, Daniel; Shaw, Mary. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 464 pages, illustrations facsim., maps, portraits. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; JFFA; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 173 x 26. Weight in Grams: 778.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
424
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342119
ISBN
9781861342119
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 40.81

Paperback. This study draws on a seven-year survey of more than 5000 households interviewed between 1991 and 1997. The survey has been analyzed by specialists to build up an understanding of the dynamics of the family in such fields as household formation, employment, income, and more. Editor(s): Berthoud, Richard; Gershuny, Jonathan. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JHBK; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 149 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342003
ISBN
9781861342003
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 40.81

paperback. Estates of multi-storey housing present some of the most intractable problems for urban policy. Shelter is not enough is an up-to-date evaluation of the issues. Drawing on an analysis of past practice, a 'model framework' is defined which can help to create successful approaches for the regeneration of multi-storey housing. Num Pages: 276 pages, 22ill.13figs.16tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFSG; JKSB; JPRB; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 17. Weight in Grams: 492.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341563
ISBN
9781861341563
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.27

paperback. Alongside the current media preoccupation with high risk offenders, there has been a shift towards a greater focus on risk and public protection in UK criminal justice policy. This report draws together a distinguished panel to consider both the theory and application of the risk concept in work with young people and young adults that offend. Series: Researching Criminal Justice Series. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 248 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 754.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847420008
ISBN
9781847420008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.68

Hardback. For almost three decades the troubles in Northern Ireland raged, claiming over 3,600 lives, with civilians accounting for almost half the fatalities. In this book, Jonathan Tonge examines the reasons for that conflict; the motivations of the groups involved and explores the prospects for a post-conflict Northern Ireland. Series: Global Political Hot Spots. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; HBJD1; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 495.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745631400
ISBN
9780745631400
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.48

Hardback. The volume begins with an introductory essay on the origins of British humour in the Middle Ages. Chapters then examine British literary humour during particular centuries. Each chapter begins with an overview of humour during that time period followed by entries for individual authors. Num Pages: 256 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 2AB; DSBB; DSBD; GBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 493.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780313297069
ISBN
9780313297069
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.73

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
72
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349972
ISBN
9781861349972
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 25.70

Paperback. This is the first detailed study of the recent geographical distribution of poverty and wealth in Britain. It presents the most comprehensive estimates of the changing levels of poverty and wealth from the late 1960s. A free pdf version of this report is available online at www.jrf.org.uk Num Pages: 112 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPL; 3JJPN; 3JJPR; 3JMC; JFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 296 x 210 x 9. Weight in Grams: 492.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349958
ISBN
9781861349958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.08

Paperback. This report presents findings from a new investigation into the experiences of individuals living with long-term ill-health and their families. New in-depth qualitative material and secondary analyses of national datasets are used to examine the ways in which long-term ill-health impacts upon poverty. A free pdf is available at www.jrf.org.uk Num Pages: 104 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 13. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
104
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349934
ISBN
9781861349934
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 27.92

Paperback. A wide-ranging review of the literature relating to poverty and ethnicity has identified the stark differences in rates of poverty according to ethnic group. This review brings together the available evidence on different aspects of poverty and examines what has been studied in relation to its causes. A free pdf is available at www.jrf.org.uk Num Pages: 152 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFA; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349897
ISBN
9781861349897
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 27.95

Paperback. Local urban high streets have the potential to meet policy aspirations with regard to sustainability and social inclusion, yet they have frequently been neglected. Drawing on case-studies in three different locations, this report provides a wealth of findings produced from a variety of sources. A free pdf is available at www.jrf.org.uk Series: Public Spaces Series. Num Pages: 136 pages, col. Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFS; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349859
ISBN
9781861349859
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.75

Paperback. "London Voices, London Lives" addresses a question of great current importance for urban policy: what kind of a place is London in the 21st century, and how does it differ significantly from other parts of urban Britain? It addresses these questions in a unique way: over one hundred ordinary Londoners provide their answers in their own voices. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJ; 3JM; HBTB; HBTD; JFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 800.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349835
ISBN
9781861349835
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.77

hardcover. Social Policy Review provides students, academics and all those interested in welfare issues with critical analyses of progress and change in areas of major interest during the past year. Editor(s): Clarke, Karen; Maltby, Dr. Tony; Kennett, Patricia. Series: Social Policy Review. Num Pages: 360 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JKS; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 225 x 35. Weight in Grams: 614.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349415
ISBN
9781861349415
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.55

Hardcover. A timely and critical review and analysis of the development and implementation of New Labour's rural policies since 1997. Editor(s): Woods, Michael. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPR; 3JMC; JFSF; JPQB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 249 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 632.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349323
ISBN
9781861349323
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.27

paperback. This book examines key philosophical, ethical, legal and professional practice issues in the area of privacy and confidentiality and explores their implications for policy and practice. Editor(s): Clark, Chris; McGhee, Janice. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349057
ISBN
9781861349057
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.70

Paperback. This book provides a unique critical perspective on the changing nature of later life by examining the engagement of older people with consumer society in Britain since the 1960s. Series: Ageing and the Lifecourse Series. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFT; JFSP31. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861348821
ISBN
9781861348821
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.77

Hardback. Modernising health care: Reinventing professions, the state and the public is a crucial contribution to debates about the rapid modernisation of health care systems and the dynamics of changing modes of governance and citizenship. Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861348586
ISBN
9781861348586
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.30

Hardback. "Social Policy Review" provides students, academics and all those interested in welfare issues with detailed analyses of progress and change in areas of major interest during the past year. Editor(s): Bauld, Linda; Clarke, Karen; Maltby, Dr. Tony. Series: Social Policy Review. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JKS; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 148. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861348449
ISBN
9781861348449
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.55

Paperback. New Labour have set themselves up to specifically address women's issues and attract women voters, but how successful have they been? This book offers an analysis of New Labour's politics and policies from a gendered perspective. Editor(s): Annesley, Claire; Gains, Francesca; Rummery, Kirstein. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFK; JPFF; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 159 x 232 x 20. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861348272
ISBN
9781861348272
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 35.20

paperback. Focusing on the countryside, this book explores issues of ethnicity, identity and racialised exclusion in rural Britain. It questions what the countryside 'is', problematises who is seen as belonging to rural spaces, and argues for the recognition of a rural multiculture. Editor(s): Agyeman, Julian; Neal, Sarah. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JHMP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861347954
ISBN
9781861347954
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.54

Paperback. Following the modernising agenda in health and social care, this book describes the legal framework for working with older people. It covers the range of legal issues affecting the welfare and financial security of older people in the community and residential settings, and emphasises the empowering nature of legal knowledge. Series: BASW/Policy Press Titles. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JFSP31; LNTH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 292.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861347145
ISBN
9781861347145
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 31.46

Paperback. This book documents the early lives of almost 19,000 children born in the UK at the start of the 21st century. It is the first time that analysis from the hugely important Millennium Cohort Study has been compiled in a single volume and is also the first in a series of publications reporting on the children's lives at different stages. Editor(s): Dex, Shirley; Joshi, Heather. Series: The UK Millennium Cohort Study Series. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations,. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFR; JFSP1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 157 x 234 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Policy Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861346889
ISBN
9781861346889
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.45

paperback. This report draws together the findings of a two-year study of developments in the provision of visible policing in England and Wales, combining an overview of national developments with a detailed analysis of six focused case studies. Series: Researching Criminal Justice Series. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 170 x 10. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861346711
ISBN
9781861346711
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.75

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