Social Insurance and Older People in Cyprus: 1878–2004

Description

This book explores and analyses the evolution of social insurance in Cyprus from 1878, beginning with the arrival of the British after 300 years of Ottoman occupation. Neocleous follows the struggles of the labour movement which raised the issue of social insurance and initiated the campaign for its introduction in Cyprus. The book also evaluates the social conditions of the general population, with particular emphasis on older people, including a detailed study and analysis of their role and the movement for improved pensions. Taking into account historical sources, sociological theory, and anthropological concepts, this discourse is embedded within a rich historical framework, as well as an integration of the most contemporary scholarship in the field. Front Matter ....Pages i-xii Introduction (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 1-9 The Beginning of British Rule, 1878–1900 (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 11-48 The Early Twentieth Century, 1900–1931 (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 49-87 Growth of the Labour Movement and Introduction of Social Insurance, 1931–1960 (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 89-138 The Republic of Cyprus, 1960–1974 (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 139-173 The Post-War Years, 1974–2004 (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 175-212 Conclusion (Gregory Neocleous)....Pages 213-226 Back Matter ....Pages 227-257