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New Liberalism in Britain 1909 emerged as a result of a combination of ideological and political factors
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Bethan Moorcroft 'New Liberalism emerged as a result of a combination of ideological and political factors.' Discuss. In the early 20th century the ideology of the Liberal Party in England was changing dramatically. This change was from 'Old' or 'Classical' Liberalism to 'New', transforming and altering certain aims and laws from before. This came about from various reasons; all implying that Old Liberalism needed a refurbishment. The Classical view promoted minimum state intervention in people's lives, business and trade as a priority and low taxation. New Liberalism was, in a way, the opposite of this view. This encouraged an increased state intervention, but only when it was essential as it did not want the country to be ran as a 'nanny-state'. The priority had changed- the community and society was now the main aim, not trade and business. Finally, taxation was increased to be used for reforms and assistance for the less...
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