What are the implications for social policy of the changes which have occured in structure and dynamics of family life in Britain over the past thirty years?

What are the implications for social policy of the changes which have occurred in the structure and dynamics of family life in Britain over the last thirty years? Within the study of sociology there are many foundation elements from which we judge when try understand sociological phenomena. For example, if one is to try and formulate a theory or answer as to why crime exists in society then, the most rational course of action would …

…with the changing structure of the family, it is clear that social policy has a major role to play. It would be too difficult to change the parameters of the labour market, what with it being largely affected by external factors such as the economy, therefore social policy must act to ensure that the incentive to work is not reduced but that the incentive to engage in the family and voluntary welfare system remains high.