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Proměny a problémy české sociální politiky
Changes and Issues in Czech Social Policy
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Abstract The article describes the development of Czech social policy & the issues that have surrounded it since 1989. The author begins by describing the character of the communist welfare state & outlining its theoretical alternatives. Despite the introduction of energetic changes during the early years of... view more
The article describes the development of Czech social policy & the issues that have surrounded it since 1989. The author begins by describing the character of the communist welfare state & outlining its theoretical alternatives. Despite the introduction of energetic changes during the early years of transition, since the mid-1990s the area of social policy has been dominated by stagnation, & instead of any real & specific efforts in this area there are only debates. Despite all the problems that plague the current social policy, at present the system performs satisfactorily, as is evident in the very low rate of poverty. However, in the long run, concerns may arise over inadequate family situations, a frozen pension system, & poor work motivation. The 'reform' year of 2005 has seen the emergence of many different efforts relating to social policy, but it has not heralded any substantial changes aimed at a more efficient functioning of the system.... view less
Classification
Social Policy
Free Keywords
Social Policy; Czechoslovakia; Postcommunist Societies; Welfare State; Policy Reform
Document language
Czech
Publication Year
2005
Page/Pages
p. 863-880
Journal
Sociologický časopis / Czech Sociological Review, 41 (2005) 5
Status
Published Version; reviewed
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