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Bringing together a discussion of the theories and techniques of comparative policy analysis and a description of current developments in selected welfare state regimes, European Welfare States provides an accessible overview of issues concerning European welfare states. In particular, it provides: - an overview of the development of welfare states in Europe; - a discussion of key issues including welfare state theories, the role of globalization, gender and the welfare state; welfare typologies; and the role of public opinion; - a detailed account of recent developments and current challenges in five European welfare states; and - a detailed account of the key challenges facing European welfare states and possible future directions for welfare models including the role of the European Union in the development of social policy. This book is illustrated throughout with student-friendly features such as case-studies, chapter summaries, questions for discussion and guides for further reading. With a flowing narrative and clear structure the book is an invaluable text for undergraduates taking courses in comparative social policy. It will also be useful for students in related disciplines such as public policy, social welfare, politics and international relations.
Globalisation and European Welfare States
Globalisation and European Welfare States
This chapter focuses on the wealth of recent writing on globalisation and outlines the (often conflicting) approaches. In particular, it looks at what is meant by ‘globalisation’ both generally and, specifically, in relation to welfare state theory. It outlines the different theses which have been put forward in relation to the impact of globalisation and looks at the extent to which research indicates support for these theses in a European context.
What is Globalisation?
Globalisation is one of the discussed and debated issues in current political and social policy discourse. Yet the concept of globalisation itself and its precise meaning is highly contested. The term ‘globalisation’ is used by a wide range of people, from neo-classical economists to ...
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