Implementing Citizenship, Nationality and Integration Policies: The UK and Belgium in Comparative Perspective

This book compares and contrasts the experiences of citizenship and integration policies in the UK and Belgium, using in-depth interviews with officials to explore the levels of discretion that exist within the two countries' systems. It goes beyond the analysis of legislation to explore how citizenship and integration policies are applied on the frontline.

Format: Hardback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2022
Publisher: Bristol University Press

This comprehensive analysis delves into the intricate comparisons and contrasts between citizenship and integration policies in the United Kingdom (UK) and Belgium. Through in-depth interviews with key officials, the book sheds light on the practical application of these policies on a day-to-day basis, as well as their recent developments. By examining the levels of discretion allowed within the two countries' systems, the book explores the nuances and variations in the implementation processes. This groundbreaking work stands as the first comparative study of its kind, venturing beyond mere legislation analysis to examine how citizenship and integration policies are enacted at the grassroots level. The insights garnered from this study provide valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities faced by policymakers and practitioners in these countries as they strive to foster inclusive societies.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 134 x 211 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529219883