Emma Wincup
Understanding Crime and Social Policy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847424990
- author:
- Emma Wincup
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Policy Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 23.88 x 17.02 x 1.02 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Criminology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding crime and social policy explores the complex relationships between crime and social policy. This book draws on international theoretical developments and empirical research to examine how crime control policies are shaped by various factors, including government changes and the role of the welfare state. The author uses analysis of policy-making under different governments to reflect on the tensions between crime reduction and social policy agendas. A unique feature of the book is its inclusion of real-life policy examples, such as the resettlement of prisoners, problem drug use, and 'troubled' families. This helps readers understand how these issues are addressed in practice. The book is aimed at two audiences: students on courses in criminology, criminal justice, and social policy, and practitioners from across the public, private, and voluntary sectors.
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