Part-Time Work, Social Security Protections and Labour Law: an international comparisonMaier, Friederike
doi: 10.1332/030557391782454377pmid: N/A
Abstract: One of the changes in the structure of the labour markets of the industrialised Western countries has been the increase of part-time working. Examining the situation in seven OECD countries the article shows to what extent part-time workers are protected and covered by labour law and social security regulations, the barriers and incentives set by these regulations and the effects these regulations have on the structure of part-time work and the gender-specific segregation of labour markets. Articles that cite this article? Document Type: Research Article DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1332/030557391782454377 Publication date: 1991-01-01 More about this publication? An International Journal Policy & Politics is the leading journal in the field of public policy with an enviable reputation for publishing peer-reviewed papers of the highest quality. It explores the fit between theory and empirical applications and links macro-scale political economy debates with micro-scale policy studies. Access to the complete newly-digitised Policy & Politics backfile is now available via premium subscriptions. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/journals_pap_subscribe.asp for more information. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/PPcollections.asp to see Policy & Politics' virtual collections. Policy & Politics fast track articles are available before the published issues allowing you access to the latest research as soon as possible. Sign up for all available Policy Press free trials Editorial Board Information for Authors Subscribe to this Title Policy Press journals homepage Policy & Politics fast track articles ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites
Protective Legislation in Britain, 1870-1990: equality, difference and their implications for womenLewis, Jane, Davies, Celia
doi: 10.1332/030557391782454340pmid: N/A
Abstract: Protective legislation sets special conditions around women's participation in the labour market and involves consideration of hours, wages and reproductive hazards. From the late nineteenth century, arguments have been couched in what contemporary feminist theory calls the equality versus difference debate — the call, on the one hand for identical treatment of the two sexes and on the other for recognition of women's special needs. This paper examines the positions of feminists and anti-feminists and of men — as employers and employees, as trade unionists and politicians — and reviews the legislative developments at the turn of the century and again more recently. Arguing that all have ignored the structural determinants of women's inferior position in the labour market, it calls for a reforumulation based on the notion of diversity. Articles that cite this article? Document Type: Research Article DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1332/030557391782454340 Publication date: 1991-01-01 More about this publication? An International Journal Policy & Politics is the leading journal in the field of public policy with an enviable reputation for publishing peer-reviewed papers of the highest quality. It explores the fit between theory and empirical applications and links macro-scale political economy debates with micro-scale policy studies. Access to the complete newly-digitised Policy & Politics backfile is now available via premium subscriptions. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/journals_pap_subscribe.asp for more information. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/PPcollections.asp to see Policy & Politics' virtual collections. Policy & Politics fast track articles are available before the published issues allowing you access to the latest research as soon as possible. Sign up for all available Policy Press free trials Editorial Board Information for Authors Subscribe to this Title Policy Press journals homepage Policy & Politics fast track articles ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites
Inter-generational Relations: conflict or consensus in the 21st centuryPhillipson, Chris
doi: 10.1332/030557391782454368pmid: N/A
Abstract: This article reviews the likelihood of inter-generational conflict arising from population ageing in the twentieth century. The evidence used to support the idea of inter-generational conflict is critically examined. The article puts forward an alternate scenario based on different projections about trends in employment, productivity and future economic growth. Finally, the paper reviews evidence that changes in preferences for care within the family will help to reduce generational tensions over the allocation of resources. Articles that cite this article? Document Type: Research Article DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1332/030557391782454368 Publication date: 1991-01-01 More about this publication? An International Journal Policy & Politics is the leading journal in the field of public policy with an enviable reputation for publishing peer-reviewed papers of the highest quality. It explores the fit between theory and empirical applications and links macro-scale political economy debates with micro-scale policy studies. Access to the complete newly-digitised Policy & Politics backfile is now available via premium subscriptions. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/journals_pap_subscribe.asp for more information. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/PPcollections.asp to see Policy & Politics' virtual collections. Policy & Politics fast track articles are available before the published issues allowing you access to the latest research as soon as possible. Sign up for all available Policy Press free trials Editorial Board Information for Authors Subscribe to this Title Policy Press journals homepage Policy & Politics fast track articles ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites
Models of Ageing and their Relation to Policy Formation and Service ProvisionWilson, Gail
doi: 10.1332/030557391782454331pmid: N/A
Abstract: This paper relates commonly held models of ageing to the assumptive worlds of policy makers and service providers. Different models of old age are related to culture (class and ethnicity), gender and the age of the beholder. The common western European view that old age is a time of inevitable and increasing dependence is mirrored by a system of service provision that emphasises dependency rather than rehabilitation. A 'terminal drop' model is closer to the majority experience of ageing today, but it does not appear to be part of the assumptive worlds of policy makers or service providers, or even of old people themselves. The paper concludes with a brief assessment of the possibilities for change in assumptive worlds. Articles that cite this article? Document Type: Research Article DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1332/030557391782454331 Publication date: 1991-01-01 More about this publication? An International Journal Policy & Politics is the leading journal in the field of public policy with an enviable reputation for publishing peer-reviewed papers of the highest quality. It explores the fit between theory and empirical applications and links macro-scale political economy debates with micro-scale policy studies. Access to the complete newly-digitised Policy & Politics backfile is now available via premium subscriptions. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/journals_pap_subscribe.asp for more information. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/PPcollections.asp to see Policy & Politics' virtual collections. Policy & Politics fast track articles are available before the published issues allowing you access to the latest research as soon as possible. Sign up for all available Policy Press free trials Editorial Board Information for Authors Subscribe to this Title Policy Press journals homepage Policy & Politics fast track articles ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites
The Paradox of Rising Incomes and Increasing HardshipBaker, John
doi: 10.1332/030557391782454386pmid: N/A
Abstract: Official statistics show that the real incomes of the poorest households, and of those living on social security, have risen in recent years. If so, their hardships should be easing. In fact they appear to be continuing or even worsening. This article looks at six possible solutions to this paradox. There is insufficient evidence to prove or disprove any, but some are more plausible and better supported by evidence than others. The solution may itself be paradoxical. Hardships like lacking heat, shelter or even food may be the result of incomes that are low compared with other incomes, rather than to the cost of fuel, rent etc. Articles that cite this article? Document Type: Research Article DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1332/030557391782454386 Publication date: 1991-01-01 More about this publication? An International Journal Policy & Politics is the leading journal in the field of public policy with an enviable reputation for publishing peer-reviewed papers of the highest quality. It explores the fit between theory and empirical applications and links macro-scale political economy debates with micro-scale policy studies. Access to the complete newly-digitised Policy & Politics backfile is now available via premium subscriptions. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/journals_pap_subscribe.asp for more information. Visit http://www.policypress.co.uk/PPcollections.asp to see Policy & Politics' virtual collections. Policy & Politics fast track articles are available before the published issues allowing you access to the latest research as soon as possible. Sign up for all available Policy Press free trials Editorial Board Information for Authors Subscribe to this Title Policy Press journals homepage Policy & Politics fast track articles ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites