History: Britain 1750-1900: Textile Factories and Coal Mines

Why did new technologies lead to poorer working conditions in the textiles industry

Why did the rise of the factory bring misery to many working class children

Why did some enlightened employers realise that profits could still remain high if they treated their employees well

Did the introduction of Factory Acts lead to limited improvements for textile workers

How was working in the mines dangerous and resulted in misery for many working class people

How did the Commissioners' report shock Members of Parliament and encourage them to pass legilation