The changing geography of preschool services in England between 1977 and 1983
This paper is an examination of the changing structure of preschool services in England between 1977 and 1983. Changes in rates of day-nursery, childminder, and playgroup provision in English local authorities are examined. The results suggest growing disparities in rates of provision between the major conurbations dominated by the 'New Left' and the Conservative-dominated shire counties. It is argued that controversy over these recent political developments should not divert attention from longer-term determinants of inequalities in levels of preschool services.
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1987
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Authors: | Pinch, S |
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Environment and Planning C: Government and Policy. - Pion Ltd, London, ISSN 1472-3425. - Vol. 5.1987, 4, p. 469-480
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Pion Ltd, London |
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