1.5 - Social Policy Flashcards
Name and describe 2 examples of a conservative social policy
Section 28 - Thatcher banned all promotion of homosexuality
Children act - local authorities ensure every child is safeguarded
Name and describe 2 examples of a labour social policy
Working family tax allowance - get £ for having a low salary
Adoption and children’s act - Un-married people and same sex couples can adopt. Children decide who to live with if parents divorce
Name and describe 1 labour social policy which goes against their values
Cuts to lone parent benefits - need to work 7 hours more a week
Name and describe 1 conservative social policy which goes against their values
Matrimonial and Marital proceedings act - get a divorce if married for 1 year
Name and describe 3 policies which encourage women to work MORE
Divorce reform act - easy to get
Child tax credit - can afford childcare so can work
equal pay act - battle inequalities
Name and describe 3 policies which encourage women to work LESS
School opening times - hard to find a well paid part-time job
Maternity leave - be a maternal figure and bond
Child support agency (CSA) - provide economic support if child doesn’t live with you