Beveridge report
Beveridge Report
The Beveridge Report, officially titled Social Insurance and Allied Services (pronunciation: /ˈbɛvərɪdʒ/), is a seminal document in the history of the British welfare state. It was published in December 1942 by Sir William Beveridge, a British economist and social reformer.
Etymology
The report is named after its author, Sir William Beveridge. Beveridge was tasked by the British government during World War II to conduct an extensive survey of the country's social insurance programs, with the aim of assessing their efficacy and suggesting improvements.
Overview
The Beveridge Report proposed a series of measures intended to address what Beveridge identified as the "five giants" of Want, Disease, Ignorance, Squalor, and Idleness. These measures included the establishment of a comprehensive system of social insurance, funded by national insurance contributions, and the provision of a range of social services, including healthcare, education, and housing.
Impact
The Beveridge Report had a profound impact on the development of the British welfare state. Many of its recommendations were implemented in the years following World War II, leading to the creation of the National Health Service (NHS), the expansion of state education, and the introduction of a range of social security benefits.
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