That ‘poor law was law’ is a fact that has slipped from the consciousness of historians of welfare in England and Wales, and in North America. Welfare's For

That ‘poor law was law’ is a fact that has slipped from the consciousness of historians of welfare in England and Wales, and in North America. Welfare's For

This book offers insights into the development of social welfare policies in Britain. By identifying continuities in welfare policy, practice and thought throug

This established introductory textbook provides students with a full overview of British social policy and social ideas since the late 18th century. It is the e