One-Nation Conservatism: Adapting to Capitalism (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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One-Nation Conservatism
One-Nation Conservatism
Conservative adaptation to industrial capitalism addressing working class needs, promoting social unity
Laissez-faire capitalism features
Laissez-faire capitalism features
Minimal state intervention, harsh working conditions
Benjamin Disraeli's PM years
Benjamin Disraeli's PM years
1868, 1874-1880
Disraeli's 'two nations' description
Disraeli's 'two nations' description
The rich and the poor living in separate worlds
Disraeli's 1845 novel title
Disraeli's 1845 novel title
Sybil, or The Two Nations
Paternalism in One-Nation context
Paternalism in One-Nation context
Wealthy duty to care for less fortunate, ensuring social harmony
Social Reform in One-Nation Conservatism
Social Reform in One-Nation Conservatism
Ruling class responsibility to address poverty & social issues
Reform Act 1867 purpose
Reform Act 1867 purpose
Extended voting rights to working-class men
Public Health Act 1875
Public Health Act 1875
Addressed public health in industrial towns
Harold Macmillan as PM
Harold Macmillan as PM
1957 to 1963
Post-War Consensus
Post-War Consensus
Conservatives accepting welfare state & NHS after WWII
Thatcherism key features
Thatcherism key features
Individualism, competition, reduced welfare state
Thatcher's shift from One-Nation Conservatism
Thatcher's shift from One-Nation Conservatism
Moved to free-market policies, reduced state intervention
R.A. Butler's nickname
R.A. Butler's nickname
Father of the Post-War Consensus
Education Act 1944 (Butler Act)
Education Act 1944 (Butler Act)
Established free secondary education for all children