9781332223213 - The National Insurance Act, 1911: With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint) di Lovat-Fraser, James Alexander (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed exploration of the landmark National Insurance Act of 1911, a groundbreaking piece of legislation that transformed social welfare in the United Kingdom. The author provides an insightful introduction, outlining the Act's primary provisions, and then delves into its intricate details, meticulously examining each section and its implications. The Act was a pivotal step towards a more just and compassionate society, introducing compulsory health insurance for workers, as well as unemployment insurance for specific trades. The book meticulously explores the Act's impact on different classes of workers, including women, aliens, and those in the military and mercantile marine. It also examines the establishment of new institutions such as the Insurance Commissioners, Advisory Committees, and Insurance Committees, which were crucial for administering the scheme. The book provides a rich historical context, highlighting the Act's significance in the broader evolution of social welfare policies. It examines the debates and challenges surrounding the implementation of the Act, including the role of friendly societies and trade unions, and the complexities of funding and administration. The author delves into the thematic depth of the Act, discussing its impact on individual lives, its role in addressing poverty and hardship, and its broader social and economic consequences. This book offers a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the historical context and intricacies of the National Insurance Act of 1911, a cornerstone of modern social welfare legislation in the United Kingdom. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.