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What is Policy?
Richard Titmuss:
the principles that govern action directed
towards given ends
(cited in Alcock, et al (eds.), 2001; 209)
Policy:
action-oriented;
problem solving
(Alcock, et al)
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Early Interpretations of
Meaning of Social Policy
Professor Macbeath (1957)
Social policies are concerned with the right ordering
of the network of relationships between men and
women who live together in societies, or with the
principles which should govern the activities of
individuals and groups so far as they affect the lives and
interests of other people (Titmuss, 1974; p.28 cited in
Alcock, et al (eds.), 2001; 212)
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Interpreting Macbeaths
Definition
Reconciling of the two sides of man egotistical and
altruistic activities
Shaping morals, values, norms of behaviour to create
an orderly and stable society
Significant Govt intervention in social and cultural life
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Early Interpretations of
Meaning of Social Policy
Professor Hagenbuch (1958)
the mainspring of social policy may be said to be the
desire to ensure every member of the community
certain minimum standards and certain opportunities
(Titmuss, 1974; p.29 cited in Alcock, et al (eds.), 2001;
213)
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Interpreting Hagenbuchs
Definition
Provision of welfare and
general social services for all at
a basic level
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Early Interpretations of
Meaning of Social Policy
Professor Lafitte (1962)
in the main social policy is an attempt to
steer the life of society along channels it would
not follow if left to itself (Titmuss, 1974; p.30
cited in Alcock, et al (eds.), 2001; 213)
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Interpreting Lafittes
Definition
Social policy more concerned public health
and the environment (provision of national
parks and community facilities, reducing
pollution)
Social goods not usually provided by the
market
Less emphasis on social welfare issues
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Interpreting Marshalls
Definition
Social policy should address all areas
of social need
Social rights are seen as part of
citizenship
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Interpreting Thomas
Definition
Emphasis on poverty reduction and development
Highlights gender as an important factor
Stresses need for implementation, monitoring and
evaluation
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Caribbean Articulations of
Social Policy
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