Absolute definition of poverty (Rowntree) “Having the basic needs for a healthy life” Rowntree (1901) Five basic needs that he outlined… Shelter Heat Food Clothing Water Problems with the definition… People’s view of what defines someone...
Poverty and Welfare
Theories explaining the existence of poverty
Behavioral Lewis Culture of poverty theory. Once established the culture of poverty carry’s itself from generation to generation through children (aged 6 and 7). Lewis estimated that 20% of the poor in the USA adopt the values and behaviors outlined below. He...
Groups most at risk of poverty
Working class Behavioral Situational Structural · A dependency culture has developed within the ‘underclass’ · Patterns of consumerism reflect immediate gratification values rather than planning ahead. · High rate of single parenthood,...
Wealth and Income
Income An inward flow of money that is received on a monthly or yearly basis. Sources of income include pay, fringe benefits, returns on investment, gifts and pension schemes. Types of income Original income= Pay, fringe benefits, gifts, alimony, investment...
Welfare provisions
Social Democrats= Universal benefits (student loans+ health + education)- Bill Jordan Advantage’s Disadvantages · Cheap to pay- No long process of deciding who does and who doesn’t receive the benefit. · Gives wealthy people a reason to still...
Competing approaches to poverty (views on the welfare state)
Social democratic We can identify the key components of this prospective in terms of 5 main components… Meritocracy- Inequality is desirable as long as it is based on merit. Those who work hard, use their abilities constructively and therefore should be allowed to...
