The Politics of Child Protection
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 10:13:00 BST
Nigel Parton is Professor in Applied Childhood Studies at the University and has authored many books, including The Politics of Child Abuse, Governing the Family and Safeguarding Childhood.
His latest publication, 'The Politics of Child Protection: Contemporary Developments and Future Directions' brings a critical analysis of the child protection system; in particular, the dramatic political and policy developments seen over recent years.
It begins by exploring the origins of present-day arrangements, locating English policy and practice in both a wider British and international context. It examines tragic cases such as 'Baby P' and Maria Colwell, considering their impact on public and professional attitudes and, in turn, the implications for the child protection system.
Looking to the future of child protection, Nigel Parton considers the current state of the system and argues that we need to address wider social and political issues, including poverty, class and inequality.
Original, authoritative and up-to-date, The Politics of Child Protection is an important book for all students, practitioners and researchers interested in safeguarding and child protection.
Nick Frost, Professor of Social Work, Leeds Metropolitan University comments, "Nigel Parton has provided another of his insightful, well-researched and theoretically informed studies which will no doubt provide an indispensable roadmap for people striving to understand and work within the complexities of the child protection system".
Further information about the book and how to purchase can be found at the Palgrave Macmillan website.
