Social Policy the Media and Misrepresentation examines aspects of news mediareporting of social policy and how such coverage can influence processes ofpolicymak... » 

Social Policy the Media and Misrepresentation examines aspects of news mediareporting of social policy and how such coverage can influence processes ofpolicymaking and implementation. It offers an appraisal of the complex interrelationships between news media news sources the content of media coverageof social policy and its impact on audiences public opinion and policy makers.Through detailed case studies the various contributors exploresocial work and child protectionhousing and homelessnessthe charity and voluntary sectorspoverty and welfare policyhealth including HIVAIDS and mental healtheducation and crime and juvenile justice. «