Labour Reforms - The Welfare State, 1945-1951 test questions

1

Who became Prime Minister of Britain after the 1945 election?

2

Who was the Minister for Health in the new Labour Government?

3

When did the National Health Service begin?

4

Which services did the government quickly introduce charges for?

5

When was the National Insurance Act passed?

6

What protected workers who were hurt at work?

7

Who did the National Assistance Act protect?

8

When was the New Towns Act passed?

9

How many new towns were planned to be built?

10

What was the school leaving age in 1948?