UK social security law

Journal of Social Security Law: Insightful coverage and analysis of law, policy, and practice

The Journal provides expert coverage and analysis of the latest developments in UK social security law, covering welfare benefits and tax credits in the UK and internationally

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Peer-reviewed articles and case analyses at the leading edge of research in social security law 

The Journal of Social Security Law includes articles and case analyses focusing on specific social security benefits and schemes and relevant adjudicative and human rights issues. Each issue also includes a comprehensive digest of case law and legislative developments and a news section on the latest official reports and policy proposals.

Rely on contributions that are peer reviewed by qualified experts

The articles published in the Journal of Social Security Law are subject to a robust reviewing process before acceptance. This method ensures quality contributions that are not available in other publications or online sources. We only publish articles of the highest quality, so you can rest assured you're receiving the best information.

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Insightful content on Social Security law in the UK and internationally 

Published three times a year, the Journal, a member of the European Network of Social Security Law Journals, features articles, case analyses, case law, legislative developments, news, and book reviews.

Indexing and abstracting services 

The Journal of Social Security Law is indexed and abstracted in several prominent services, including the Legal Journals Index on Westlaw UK and the Articles Index from Lawtel.

A trusted resource in UK social security policy 

Published for over 30 years, the Journal of Social Security Law caters to the needs of academics and practitioners in the field of Social Security Law in the UK and internationally.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I contribute to the Journal of Social Security Law?

The Journal of Social Security Law welcomes submission of articles for consideration by the editors with a view to publication. 

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How do I contact the editors?

Editorial correspondence

Submissions to:
Neville Harris, Editor
School of Law
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL
Tel: 0161 275 3594
Fax: 0161 275 3579
Email: neville.harris@manchester.ac.uk


Peter Chare, Publisher
Sweet & Maxwell
5 Canada Square
London
E14 5AQ
Tel: 020 7542 6664
Email: peter.chare@thomsonreuters.com
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Tables of contents from recent issues of the Journal of Social Security Law are available so you can discover the breadth of coverage. 

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Where can I find details of the editorial board?

The editorial board consists of leading academics and practitioners with expertise. A complete list is available. 

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