On the margins of inclusion

Changing labour markets and social exclusion in London

AvDavid M. Smith

Häftad, Engelska, 2005

Del i serien Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion

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Beskrivning

On the margins of inclusion explores the notion of 'social exclusion' from the perspective of those deemed to be 'socially excluded' and provides a compelling and vivid portrait of lives at the insecure, low-paid end of the labour market. The ethnography is used to illuminate key issues in sociology and social policy and to tackle debates and controversies that are central to current discussions on the appropriate role and function of state welfare. A thorough discussion of current policies to address social exclusion and area regeneration is woven into the fieldwork analysis.On the margins of inclusion is essential reading for researchers, academics and higher-level students in sociology and social policy, and will also be of interest to policy makers in the field.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2005-09-21
Mått:156 x 234 x 14 mm
Vikt:398 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion
Antal sidor:256
Förlag:Bristol University Press
ISBN:9781861346001
Utmärkelser:Winner of Social Policy Association for Best New Publication 2006

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David Smith's research interests include the evolution of the social exclusion concept, the social consequences of industrial and occupational change, welfare reform and comparative social policy. His research for On the margins of inclusion was conducted while at the Department of Social and Political Science, Royal Holloway College, University of London, UK.

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"This is a well-argued and at times, passionately written book that voices its dismay at the current state of Britain's post-industrial labour market and benefit system ... I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in issues surrounding marginality and exclusion in the post-industrial city." Urban Studies

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction; Globalisation and social exclusion; Poverty and social exclusion: theory and policy; Life and labour on the St. Helier estate 1930-2000; Labour market opportunities and welfare-to-work; Lone parents, work and welfare; Informal opportunities and social divisions; Labour markets, exclusion and social capital; On the margins of inclusion.