Economist and social reformer. Born William Henry Beveridge in Rangpur, India (now in Bangladesh). He is remembered for the 1942 report 'Social Insurance and Allied Services' (known as the Beveridge Report), which was the basis for the welfare state put in place by the post-war Labour government.
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Sir William Beveridge
Sir William Beveridge, 1879 - 1963, architect of the welfare state, lived her...
Philosopher, economist, advocate of women's rights. Born 13 Rodney Street, Pentonville, son of James Mill. Died in Avignon where he had a house. An exponent of Utilitarianism, a theory developed by...
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Person, Economist, Industry, Journalism / Publishing, India, Scotland
Scottish philosopher and economist best known for "The Wealth of Nations", his pioneering book on free trade and market economics.
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