UK Politics (2) - Labour Party Flashcards

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Old Labour (Social Democracy)…

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Key Labour principles which embodied nationalisation, redistribution of wealth and improving welfare and state services

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New Labour (Third Way)…

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A revision of Old Labour ideas, less emphasis on Trade Unions and the Working Class. Acceptance of many New Right Conservative ideas.

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When were trade unions legalised?

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1867

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The umbrella organisation for all trade unions

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Trades Union Congress (TUC)

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Whose motion did the TUC pass in 1900 to establish a distinct Labour group in parliament?

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Keir Hardie

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Following which general election was the name ‘Labour Party’ adopted?

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1906

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From the start the Labour Party was divided into which two camps?

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Marxists
Democratic Socialists

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Marxists believed that…

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A revolution was needed to overthrow capitalism

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Democratic socialists believed that…

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Greater rights and freedoms could be achieved through the democratic system

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Marxists ( Militant - now The Socialist Party) were largely expelled by which Labour leader?

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Neil Kinnock

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In the 1990’s New Labour adopted which policies?

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Pro market, pro business and moved Labour to the political centre.

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Old Labour values…

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The government must protect the working class
Equality and collectivism
Nationalisation
Trade Unionism
The State is a force for good
Strong welfare state

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Old Labour policies

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Welfare State/NHS in 1940’s
Trade Union powers
Nationalisation
Higher taxes on better off
Comprehensive education
Discrimination outlawed

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New Labour values

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Capitalism is the best way to create wealth
Capitalism should be regulated
Individualism
Equality of opportunity
Individual rights and responsibilities
Constitutional reform

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