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The Unemployed: Old Policies and New

The Unemployed: Old Policies and New

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EconomicsGeneral Political ScienceGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1026064511
ISBN13: 9781026064511
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 310
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Unemployed: Old Policies and New offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape of unemployment and labor policy in early 20th-century Great Britain. Written by Ronald C. Davison, this work provides a critical examination of the shifts in state responsibility and the practical application of social relief measures during a period of significant industrial transition. The book traces the movement away from traditional, often punitive, poor law systems toward more modern, institutionalized insurance schemes and employment exchanges.

Davison explores the socio-economic factors contributing to joblessness and evaluates the effectiveness of various legislative interventions aimed at stabilizing the workforce. By contrasting old policies with new experimental approaches, the author sheds light on the complexities of managing a labor market in flux. This volume serves as an essential historical record for those interested in the development of the British welfare state, social administration, and the history of economic thought. Through meticulous observation and data, The Unemployed: Old Policies and New remains a significant study of how society grapples with the human and systemic challenges of industrial instability.

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