Politics 1906–1914: ideology of New Liberalism; political crises; constitutional change; development of Labour Party
Between 1906 and 1914, the Liberal government adopted a new belief that the state should actively help the poor. This triggered fierce political battles over taxation, the power of the House of Lords, and the rise of Labour.
Real World
Lloyd George's 1909 'People's Budget' introduced a supertax on incomes above £3,000 and new land taxes to fund old-age pensions — Lord Lansdowne led the Lords to reject it, triggering a constitutional crisis that ended the Lords' absolute veto via the 1911 Parliament Act.
Exam Focus
Link ideological change (New Liberalism) directly to specific legislation; stating a reform without its ideological basis will miss the higher mark bands.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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