Abstract
We have described the formal and informal constraints on the welfarisation process in Switzerland. Are these constraints effective in limiting welfare dependency? It is important to note that welfare experience over decades indicates that the optimum outcome is achieved by making welfare available adequately for those unable to help themselves, while also controlling it carefully to avoid interference with the labour market.
This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access.
Access this chapter
Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout
Purchases are for personal use only
Preview
Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Copyright information
© 1989 Ralph Segalman and David Marsland
About this chapter
Cite this chapter
Segalman, R., Marsland, D. (1989). The Extent of Welfare Dependency in Switzerland. In: Cradle to Grave. Studies in Social Revaluation. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-19869-6_12
Download citation
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-19869-6_12
Publisher Name: Palgrave Macmillan, London
Print ISBN: 978-0-333-47005-3
Online ISBN: 978-1-349-19869-6
eBook Packages: Palgrave Social & Cultural Studies CollectionSocial Sciences (R0)