The Beveridge Report and the Birth of the Welfare State - The Deeper Thinking Podcast

The Beveridge Report of 1942 was more than a government document—it was a manifesto for social transformation. In the midst of war, William Beveridge proposed a radical reimagining of Britain's social security system, aiming to eradicate poverty, ill health, and unemployment. But was this vision fully realized, or did political resistance and economic constraints dilute its impact? In this episode, we explore the ambitions, challenges, and legacy of the Beveridge Report, uncovering how it shaped modern Britain.

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