Factory Act of 1833

The Factory Act of 1833 was a law in Britain that aimed to improve working conditions in factories, especially for children and young workers. It limited the hours children could work, banned their employment underground, and required factory owners to provide schooling. The act marked a significant step towards protecting workers’ rights and improving safety standards, recognizing that children needed shorter work hours and education instead of long, often dangerous, shifts. It was part of broader social reforms during the Industrial Revolution to promote fairer and safer working environments.