Social Security in Britain

By Stephen McKay and Karen Rowlingson

Book Overview

Social Security in Britain provides a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the social security system in Britain. As well as covering the historical and comparative context, the book explains today's complex system in simple terms. Current issues, such as the policy debate around welfare reform and the effects of the social security system on individuals and families, are also discussed. Social science students, academics and professionals in many fields will find this book an invaluable guide.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 033372979X
• ISBN13: 9780333729793
• Release Date: June 1999
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"