Isbn: 9781332044245 - old-age pensions act, 1908: together with the text of the regulations made thereunder, dated 15th october, 1908, and official circulars and ... boards of england, scotland, and irela (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a historical account of how the 1908 Old Age Pensions Act, along with the 1908 Old Age Pensions Regulations, came into existence, providing old-age pensions for the very first time in the UK. It also includes relevant circulars and instructions issued by the government for the guidance of pension authorities. With historical context and explanatory notes, this text makes for an ideal companion for anyone wanting to understand the background and significance of the UK's first attempt at old-age pension provision. In addition to the historical backdrop, readers will also find insights and commentary from the author, an expert on local government of the time. By reflecting on the various political, social and economic elements that shaped the initial UK old-age pension system, this book offers readers valuable perspectives on one of the most important pieces of social legislation in UK history. 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.…