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Chris Jones and Tony Novak's lead essay provides a chilling analysis of how neo-liberalism has resulted in vast increases in poverty and inequality, not least since the financial and economic crisis of 2007-date ... The book is an excellent read, containing messages and arguments that have to be seriously considered and addressed. Steve Rogowski, social worker (children and families) They [Criticial and Radical Debates in Social Work series] are strong and deeply felt books that describe the current overwhelming sense of betrayal felt by so many citizens in this age of austerity and increasing poverty. Research, Policy and Planning

Taking a radical stance has never been more important in social work. This most timely and innovative series of internationally renowned authors makes a significant contribution to advancing a new politics of social work. Professor Stephen Webb, Chair in Social Work, Glasgow Caledonian University; They [Criticial and Radical Debates in Social Work series] are strong and deeply felt books that describe the current overwhelming sense of betrayal felt by so many citizens in this age of austerity and increasing poverty. Research, Policy and Planning

Taking a radical stance has never been more important in social work. This most timely and innovative series of internationally renowned authors makes a significant contribution to advancing a new politics of social work. Professor Stephen Webb, Chair in Social Work, Glasgow Caledonian University

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Chris Jones and Tony Novak have worked together teaching, researching and writing about British social policy since 1970. Tony's main focus is social security and poverty and Chris' is social work. Their Marxist and radical perspectives are well known and are reflected in many joint publications including Poverty, Welfare and the Disciplinary State (Routledge, 1999).

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