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The impact of devolution on social policy
Derek Birrell
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Description for The impact of devolution on social policy
Paperback. With new devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, this book provides a study of developments in the major areas of social policy and a full comparison between the four UK nations. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JPQB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 384. Very good copy with light shelf wear. Light nicks, remains very good
With new devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, this book makes a comprehensive assessment of the impact of devolution on social policy. It provides a study of developments in the major areas of social policy and a full comparison between Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. To what extent is it valid to speak of agendas for government driven by social policy? With new governments in each country, has a fresh dynamic been given to the emergence of distinct social policies? "The impact of devolution on social policy" uses a framework of analysis based on the nature and scope ... Read more
With new devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, this book makes a comprehensive assessment of the impact of devolution on social policy. It provides a study of developments in the major areas of social policy and a full comparison between Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. To what extent is it valid to speak of agendas for government driven by social policy? With new governments in each country, has a fresh dynamic been given to the emergence of distinct social policies? "The impact of devolution on social policy" uses a framework of analysis based on the nature and scope ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Policy Press
Condition
Used, Very Good
Number of Pages
248
Place of Publication
Bristol, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781847422255
SKU
KCW0016548
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
Ref
99-1
About Derek Birrell
Derek Birrell is a professor of social policy in the School of Policy Studies at the University of Ulster. He has written extensively and carried out research on government of Northern Ireland, devolution, health and social care, the voluntary sector and cross-border cooperation.
Reviews for The impact of devolution on social policy
"Most useful for all those scholars and students interested in social policy, public policy and politics and, in general, welfare development. This volume is also to be welcomed by practitioners engaged in the design and implementation of policies and actions to advance social citizenship." Regional and Federal Studies journal "Even among so-called devolution experts how many of us have really ... Read more