Trade Union Council Flashcards
1
Q
Who created the TUC and why?
A
George Potter and William Dronfield, they saw value in bringing unions together.
2
Q
Why was a central union better than several smaller ones?
A
Can defend all members of the working class and are more respected.
3
Q
How did the TUC operate?
A
Had a central fund to help support its workers, wanted to break divide between skilled and unskilled workers.
4
Q
What added to the political ambitions of the TUC and why?
A
1867 Reform Act, creation of Working mans party which supported Labour representation league, allowing WC support in parliament.
5
Q
What was the impact of TUC?
A
More politicised role saw TUC achieve both political and work related power, highlighted significant impact unions had in GB.
