Synopsis

This Unit looks at the work of William Beveridge in reforming the field of social welfare after World War II. Particular attention is paid to the attitude towards women and immigrants to the United Kingdom.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Learning outcomes
1: The Beveridge vision
1.2.1 The Beveridge report
1.2.2 Problems with implementation
1.2.3 Did Beveridge wear blinkers?
3: The five giants
1.4.1 Sexism
1.4.2 Racism
1.4.3 Beveridge’s insurance model and immigration
Next steps
References
Acknowledgements

 

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