How significant was the beveridge report of 1942 to the stimulus of the 1945 welfare state?
Economical and Social and Political theorist, Beveridge’s contribution and the work of the Beveridge Committee was of monumental significance in the creation of the Welfare State. There is renewed interest worldwide in the merits and demerits of welfare state policies. An historical appraisal is vital to the task and also fundamental to understanding modern social and economic policy. The Second World War witnessed an acceleration of many trends evident in British politics and society before 1939. The war further stimulated new industries as well as reviving the old ones, and led to widespread recognition of social problems such as poverty and unemployment. The Beveridge Report of 1942 advocated a high level of employment and the creation of a welfare state. The Beveridge Committee was spearheaded by Sir William Beveridge, economist and academic theorist, and was strongly influenced by significant individuals such as Lord Kaldor. Its proposals were examined by a committee under Sir Tho
