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Book Synopsis
This provocative short book is a valuable introduction to social security in Britain and the potential for its reform.

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"This book provides an incisive description of the real problems of the current system, what social security is for and considers the possibilities of some alternative systems." Gareth Morgan, Ferret Information Systems
“Social security may be complicated but Paul Spicker’s critical overview is clearly written, appropriately trenchant and thoughtfully provocative: a good read.” John Ditch, Honorary Professor, University of York
"At last some sense about social security. Spicker is a brave and independent voice. But with deep knowledge. Listen to him." Jonathan Bradshaw, University of York
"There are few people who know more about the benefits system than Paul Spicker, and it is a pleasure to have so much of his wisdom packaged in this short and cheap paperback." – Citizen's Income Trust

Table of Contents
Understanding social security; Misunderstanding social security; The real problems; How much is enough?; Reforming key benefits; Changing the benefits system.

Whats Wrong with Social Security Benefits

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    A Paperback / softback by Paul Spicker

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      Publisher Bristol University Press
      Published 22 February 2017
      ISBN-13 9781447337324
      978-1447337324
      ISBN-10 1447337328
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      Public administration / Public policy Social welfare, social policy and social services

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This provocative short book is a valuable introduction to social security in Britain and the potential for its reform.

      Trade Review
      "This book provides an incisive description of the real problems of the current system, what social security is for and considers the possibilities of some alternative systems." Gareth Morgan, Ferret Information Systems
      “Social security may be complicated but Paul Spicker’s critical overview is clearly written, appropriately trenchant and thoughtfully provocative: a good read.” John Ditch, Honorary Professor, University of York
      "At last some sense about social security. Spicker is a brave and independent voice. But with deep knowledge. Listen to him." Jonathan Bradshaw, University of York
      "There are few people who know more about the benefits system than Paul Spicker, and it is a pleasure to have so much of his wisdom packaged in this short and cheap paperback." – Citizen's Income Trust

      Table of Contents
      Understanding social security; Misunderstanding social security; The real problems; How much is enough?; Reforming key benefits; Changing the benefits system.

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