Parton, Nigel,

The politics of child protection : contemporary developments and future directions / by Nigel Parton. - 240 pages ; 24 cm

How has policy shaped the role of social workers and other professionals in protecting children and young people? Combining historical detail with sharp critical analysis, leading commentator Nigel Parton presents an overview of the complex field of child protection, from its emergence in the 19th Century to the Munro Review of 2011.

Specialized.

9781137269294 (pbk.) : £23.99


Child welfare--Great Britain.

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