Social Developments: Scientific and Leisure Developments Flashcards
What category were most technological advancements under in this era?
Quality of life improvements
What was a problem for Wilson with the way that technology developments took?
He wanted technology to improve economic output
What technology was developed that Britain originally kept secret?
Hovercraft Technology
What was the state of Hovercrafts by 1968?
They could take people on trips to France
What was a limitation of Hovercraft development?
Not enough money was being out in by the government
What was significant about the Hovercraft in terms of British Innovation?
It showed that British inventors could still make revolutionary new inventions
What was a limitation with Hovercraft Production in Britain?
They could not produce many
What did the Hovercraft technology development also help with in terms of gardening?
New lawnmower types created
How many licensed TV’S in 1951 compared to 1964?
1951 300,000 TV sets 1964 over 13 million TV sets
How much leisure time was taken up by TV by 1969?
23% of leisure time
How did traditional hobbies changed in the 1960’s?
They could be done easier with new technology or done while watching the TV
How much had journeys by car gone to in 1974 from 1954?
39% of journeys were by car in 1954 77% of journeys were by car in 1974
How much did Package Holiday popularity increase from 1966-71
Doubled in popularity from 4% to 8%
How much did 2 week holidays to Spain cost in this era?
£20
Who became the Minister of Technology in 1966?
Tony Benn
