Sidney Webb (1st Baron Passfield)

Sidney Webb (1st Baron Passfield) was a British social reformer, economist, and co-founder of the London School of Economics. Born in 1859, he was instrumental in shaping modern social policy and advocating for workers' rights in the early 20th century. Webb was a key figure in the Fabian Society, promoting socialist ideals through gradual reform rather than revolution. He served as a government minister and contributed to welfare state developments. His writings on social and economic issues influenced public policy, emphasizing the importance of state intervention for social good. He passed away in 1947, leaving a lasting legacy.