Old Age Pensions Act 1908

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:legislation
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:David_Lloyd_George
gptkbp:amended_by various amendments over the years
gptkbp:applies_to citizens of the United Kingdom
gptkbp:associated_act gptkb:Old_Age_Pensions_Act_1925
gptkbp:community_impact reduced poverty among the elderly
gptkbp:consequences inspired future pension reforms
gptkbp:developer 1909-01-01
gptkbp:diplomatic_relations gptkb:healthcare_organization
gptkbp:economic_impact stimulated local economies
gptkbp:effective_date 1908-08-01
gptkbp:enacted_by gptkb:government_agency
gptkbp:governing_body Local authorities
gptkbp:has_impact_on welfare state in the UK
gptkbp:historical_context early 20th century social reform
gptkbp:historical_debate debate on state responsibility for elderly care
gptkbp:historical_significance first state pension scheme in the UK
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Old Age Pensions Act 1908
gptkbp:influenced_by Liberal welfare reforms
gptkbp:introduced gptkb:David_Lloyd_George
gptkbp:is_criticized_for limited coverage
gptkbp:key_figures Lloyd George, Winston Churchill
gptkbp:legacy foundation for modern pension systems
gptkbp:legislation gptkb:Pensions_Act_2014
gptkb:battle
gptkbp:public_awareness increased awareness of elderly issues
gptkbp:public_perception generally positive
gptkbp:purpose provide pensions to the elderly
gptkbp:receives_funding_from government funded
general taxation
gptkbp:related_to social security
gptkbp:repealed_by gptkb:National_Insurance_Act_1946
gptkbp:retirement_year 70 years
financial sustainability concerns
70 years old
5 shillings per week
adjusted for inflation
evolved into comprehensive welfare system
application through local authorities
debate on adequacy of support
demographic changes and funding issues
evaluated for effectiveness over decades
influenced global pension systems
led to further reforms in 20th century
local post offices
means-tested and universal elements
ongoing discussions on reform and sustainability
reduce poverty and provide security
gptkbp:scholarships means-tested pensions
gptkbp:student_enrollment age and residency
gptkbp:target_audience elderly individuals