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The problem of social care: A co-operative solution.

  • Alex Bird
  • , Andrew Birchall
  • , Anita Mangan
  • , Mick McKeown
  • , Cilla Ross
  • , Simon Taylor

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Abstract

This short paper responds to Johnston Birchall’s observations on the future of the co-operative movement in relation to the crisis of social care in the UK. The authors put the case for a union co‑operative model that offers a means for forming worker co-operatives for social care inclusive of trade unions and framed around an ethic of care, enhanced worker voice, and wider democratic participation in the sector. More on union co-operatives can be found at https://www.union-coops.uk.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)35-42
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of Co-operative Studies
Volume55
Issue number2
Publication statusPublished - 31 Oct 2022

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

Research Groups and Themes

  • MGMT theme Inclusive Economy
  • MGMT Work Organisation and Public Policy

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