Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment?: Benefit Sanctions in the UK (Palgrave Socio-Legal Studies)
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Book Synopsis: The book subjects the largely hidden phenomenon of benefit sanctions in the UK to sustained examination and critique. It comprises twelve chapters dealing with the terms ‘cruel’, ‘inhuman’ and ‘degrading’ that are used as a benchmark for assessing benefit sanctions; benefit sanctions as a matter of public concern; the historical development of benefit sanctions in the UK; changes in the scope and severity of benefit sanctions; conditionality and the changing relationship between the citizen and the state; the impact and effectiveness of benefit sanctions; benefit sanctions and administrative justice; the role of law in protecting the right to a social minimum; a comparison of benefit sanctions with court fines; benefit sanctions and the rule of law; and what, if anything, can be done about benefit sanctions. Each chapter ends with a paragraph that attempts to highlight the most salient points in that chapter, and the book ends with a short conclusion in which benefit sanctions are assessed against the chosen benchmark.
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Are you concerned about the impact of benefit sanctions in the UK? Look no further than "Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment?: Benefit Sanctions in the UK". This groundbreaking book offers a comprehensive examination and critique of benefit sanctions, uncovering a largely hidden phenomenon that affects countless individuals. With twelve chapters meticulously covering various aspects of the subject, this book leaves no stone unturned.
Discover the true extent of benefit sanctions by delving into the terms 'cruel', 'inhuman', and 'degrading'. These benchmarks provide a measured approach to assessing the severity of the issue. Gain an understanding of the historical development of benefit sanctions in the UK and how they have evolved in scope and severity over time. Learn about the changing relationship between citizens and the state as a result of conditionality and its implications for individual rights.
Uncover the effectiveness and impact of benefit sanctions on individuals and the society as a whole. Understand the role of administrative justice in this controversial subject and explore the legal aspects of protecting the right to a social minimum. Compare benefit sanctions with court fines and evaluate their compatibility with the rule of law. Finally, learn what can be done to address the negative consequences of benefit sanctions and seek potential solutions.
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