Why were Labour relations so disturbed before WW1 - need to finish Flashcards
1
Q
what happened to staple industries before WW1
A
Economic downturn in the staple industries
Polarisation between rich and poor in the staple industries
2
Q
what did foreign competition mean
A
there was a decrease in profits for British companies and therefore lower wages and U for Gb workers
3
Q
what was the standard of living like
A
low standard of living swell as working conditions
4
Q
what were the key issues in the staple industries
A
working hours, wages and conditions