The influence of Campbell-bannerman etc Flashcards
Who became Prime Minister following the Liberal victory in 1906?
Campbell-Bannerman
How many years was Campbell-Bannerman’s premiership?
2
In Campbell-Bannerman’s premiership, what did his government do?
They passed reforms that included free school meals and medical inspections for school children.
What was Campbell-Bannerman’s most important achievement?
Uniting the different factions of the Liberal Party between 1899 and 1905 so that it was in a position to take power in the 1906 election.
What forced C-B to retire?
Illness
Who succeeded C-B? and when? (2)
Asquith 1908
What did Asquith do as Chancellor under C-B?
Worked on the issue of Old Age Pensions
Who did Asquith appoint whilst being PM? (2)
Lloyd George and Churchill
What did both Lloyd George and Churchill support? (2)
-radical social legislation and brought dynamism to the process
What did Asquith continue to do?
Give support for such legislation despite the political upheavals it caused.
What was Asquith like? (3)
- Very intelligent
- Had a firm grasp of the business of government
- His debating skills meant that he was able to dominate the House of Commons
How was Lloyd George as a minister? (2)
- Dynamic
- Effective
What was Lloyd George genuinely concerned about?
To improve the standard of living for the poor
What did Lloyd George do? (2)
- Introduced Old Age Pension Bill of 1908
- Planned the National Insurance scheme for health
What led to Lloyd George’s appointment as president of the Board of Trade in 1906? (3)
- His quick mind
- His skill as a public speaker
- His ability to get things done
