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jan 1, 1909 - Pension Act

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Regarded as a foundation of modern social welfare. Provided a pension for people over the age of 70. The cost of their pension was produced by younger generations work. The weekly pension rate was 5 shillings.

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jan 1, 1909
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~ 116 years ago