England's Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834
Definition
The Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834 was a legislation in England aimed at reforming the country's welfare system. It centralized the administration of relief for the poor and established workhouses as a means of providing assistance, with harsh conditions intended to deter people from seeking help.
Related terms
Workhouses: Institutions created by the Poor Law Amendment Act where impoverished individuals were sent to live and work under strict conditions.
Outdoor Relief: Assistance given to the poor while they remained in their own homes, rather than being sent to workhouses.
Malthusianism: A theory named after economist Thomas Malthus that population growth would outpace resources, leading to poverty. This theory influenced the philosophy behind the reforms included in England's Poor Law Amendment Act.
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