Old Labour 1900 to 1990s

• Economic Policy

  Control and regulate capitalism to create a more equal society.

  Pro Trade Union involvement.

  Collectivist ideas.

  Highest tax rate in 1970s - 83% income tax under Callaghan.
• Clause IV

  Attlee - Nationalisation of key industries, coal, steel, water and more.
• Social and Welfare

  Ensure social equality.

  Welfare state - 'from cradle to grave'

  Introduced NHS in 1948.

  Comprehensive education.

  Unemployment support and state pension introduced.

  Equal Pay Act 1970.
• Law and Order

  Argue that a reduction in crime would come with improved living standards.
• Foreign Policy

  Internationalist, actively supported GB in WWI and WWII.

  Attlee oversaw the decolonisation of India, Pakistan and Palestine however maintained empire in parts of Africa.

  Wilson supported joining the EEC in 1973, however required a party referendum to resolve.