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Explore the real-world mechanics of the British welfare state in this detailed study from Routledge. While many historical accounts focus only on the legislation passed in the 1940s, this book looks deeper into how government aid was actually delivered to citizens in the years following World War II. Between 1945 and 1965, the social policy landscape in Great Britain was in a constant state of change. This work uncovers the specific practices of the officials responsible for distributing welfare. It examines the tension between the goal of universal inclusion and the long-standing social norms that influenced how aid was managed. By focusing on the administrative side of social policy, this book provides a new perspective on British history and society. It is an essential resource for those studying the 20th-century evolution of government support and the practical application of social welfare in post-war Britain.

Key Features

Examines the practical application of government aid in post-war Britain from 1945 to 1965.

Goes beyond standard legislative history to look at how social policy was implemented by officials.

Analyzes the tension between the goal of unqualified inclusion and existing social norms.

Provides a detailed look at the administrative practices that shaped the new welfare state.

Offers a unique perspective on dimensions of social policy often missed by other scholars.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
18 November 2008
Listed Since
27 December 2006

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