Reasons For The Growth Of Liberal Reforms 1906-1914 Flashcards
Why was the govt concerned in relation to national security
The government were unsure as to whether of not Britain could survive a war or protect its empire as the ‘fighting stock’ were unhealthy
Why was the Boer war a factor in relation to national security
25% of the volunteers to fight were rejected due to them being physically unfit
What was the reports of booth and rowntree
Both reports were made to prove that poverty had causes which were often out with the fault of the individual such as low pay, unemployment, old age and sickness. It also exposed that poverty levels were around 30% which came as a shock to the government.
Why was political advantage a reason for the liberal reforms
The working class had gained the vote so the liberals intended to gain those votes. The formation of the Labour Party promised social reform and as a result there promises may take the votes from the liberals
Why was national efficiency an issue for the liberals
Germany had introduced social reforms such as the sickness benefit and pensions in the 1800’s which led people to start asking questions. The usa were a strong economic competitor and Britians position was starting to decline due to poor. Workers
Why was municipal socialism and issue for the liberals
Towns and cities with liberal councils had introduced programmes of social welfare which used taxes from the rich. For example in Birmingham Joseph chamberlain created a cleaner water supply and better sanitation
What was argued in relation to municipal socialism
It was argued that only the government had the power to make the same changes across the country
