Government initially had laissez-faire attitude, Liberal reforms in 1906 led to involvement in healthcare, introduction of various acts to support welfare and healthcare
National Insurance Act of 1911
Provided sick and unemployment pay for those who contributed, backlash from some, David Lloyd George paid doctors through contributions
Welfare State Reforms

Introduced by William Beveridge after World War II, aimed to address "Five Evils" (Want, Disease, Ignorance, Squalor, Idleness), led to establishment of NHS and other welfare programs
National Health Service (NHS)

Established in 1948, provided free medical treatment for all, included hospitals, GP services, dentistry, optometry, and health centers
Evolution of NHSEvolution of NHS
Faced initial opposition but gained widespread enrollment, underwent changes over the years such as introduction of small charges, hospital modernization, and NHS Direct service
Conclusion
Patient care has evolved significantly since the 19th century, development of welfare state and NHS led to improved healthcare, although now comes at a cost
