The Royal Commission on the Poor Laws

The Royal Commission on the Poor Laws was a formal inquiry by the British government in the early 1900s to review and recommend improvements to the system of social assistance for the impoverished. It examined existing welfare programs, workhouses, and poverty alleviation methods to determine their effectiveness and fairness. The commission aimed to modernize social support, reduce hardship, and ensure that aid was humane and efficient. Its findings influenced the development of future social policies, including the shift towards more comprehensive and compassionate approaches to poverty relief in the UK.