Understanding the policy process: Analysing welfare policy and practice (Understanding Welfare: Social Issues, Policy and Practice) - Softcover

"I think it is the best book of its kind available for students, and I would not hesitate to recommend it." Ian Greener in Journal of Social Policy "An excellent overview - clear and well-written" Sevasti-Melissa Nolas, University of Sussex "This is an exciting and innovative textbook on welfare policy making... introducing students of social policy to a wealth of perspectives and literature not often brought together in an introductory book... an outstanding text." British Journal of Social Work, review of 1st edition "Matches our first year course very well and will be a good accessible text for new students." Susan Deeley, University of Glasgow

This book draws on the latest social science to explain how and why social policy change occurs. Built on core concepts of policy analysis, it offers a robust framework for understanding policy change that can be applied to any aspect of welfare or social policy. Unlike most work in this field, the book deftly mixes theory and practice even including discussions of key theorists. This third edition brings the book fully up to date and will ensure that it remains the standard textbook in the field for years to come.