General knowledge question

What was the primary purpose of the 1834 Poor Law Amendment Act?

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To reform the welfare system

The 1834 Poor Law Amendment Act aimed to reduce the cost of looking after the poor and to discourage reliance on the poor laws.

This question appeared in the Wizzy Quiz round for Tuesday 7 July 2026.

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