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Evaluate the view that sociological arguments and research findings generally have little influence on the social policies of
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Evaluate the view that sociological arguments and research findings generally have little influence on the social policies of governments (40 marks) Pat Mac Neill defined social policy as actions of governments that have a direct effect on welfare of the citizens of a country. The relationship between sociology and social policy is a two way one. Not only is social policy decisions influenced by sociology but also sociology can affect social policies. A social policy is defined as a course of action - often undertaken by governments or businesses to deal with a perceived social problem such as academic failure, crime and suicide. In recent years, research by sociologists has had a certain influence upon government policy in a number of western societies, e.g. UK and the USA. By identifying the causes of social problems in a scientific manner, sociologists have been able to assist governments in policy decisions to eradicate these...
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