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Welfare and Punishment

From Thatcherism to Austerity

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Focusing on the evolution of penal and welfare systems, Ian Cummins examines the ideological shifts from Thatcher's government through New Labour to austerity politics. The study highlights how the "tough on crime" rhetoric has permeated various social policies, reinforcing penal powers and fostering a neoliberal political climate. It critiques the resulting stigmatization of impoverished individuals and emphasizes the intricate relationship between welfare and punishment, contributing significantly to ongoing debates in these areas.

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Welfare and Punishment, Ian Cummins

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Titre
Welfare and Punishment
Sous-titre
From Thatcherism to Austerity
Langue
Anglais
Publié
2021
Format
rigide
Pages
182
ISBN13
9781529203899
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Focusing on the evolution of penal and welfare systems, Ian Cummins examines the ideological shifts from Thatcher's government through New Labour to austerity politics. The study highlights how the "tough on crime" rhetoric has permeated various social policies, reinforcing penal powers and fostering a neoliberal political climate. It critiques the resulting stigmatization of impoverished individuals and emphasizes the intricate relationship between welfare and punishment, contributing significantly to ongoing debates in these areas.