... of amateurism. However, what is noticeable in such moves and debates is the relative lack of interest in or reference to amateurs and amateurism and the possible contributions they can, could, or do make to public services or professional work more generally. Conceptually and politically, the amateur...

...Helen Colley Purpose This paper seeks to discuss the impact of UK government austerity policies on learning in public service work, specifically youth support work. It also aims to argue that austerity policies intensify “ethics work”, create emotional suffering, and obstruct workplace learning...