Post-war migration to Britain
I can explain how the conditions in post-war Britain led to an increase in migration from the Caribbean and Europe.
Post-war migration to Britain
I can explain how the conditions in post-war Britain led to an increase in migration from the Caribbean and Europe.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- As a result of the damage caused by the Second World War, Britain was in need of 1.3 million workers.
- The 1948 Nationality Act increased the number of migrants from the Commonwealth.
- New laws were intended to encourage the migration of workers from predominantly white nations (e.g. Ireland and Poland).
- Although their migration was encouraged, migrants often faced prejudice and hostility on arriving in Britain.
Keywords
Commonwealth - an international community made up of Britain and many of its former colonies
Common misconception
All migrants from predominantly white nations were welcomed by authorities and local communities.
Although Irish migrants were encouraged to migrate, they often faced hostility on arriving in Britain. Like Caribbean migrants, many struggled to find suitable accommodation as landlords were unwilling to rent to them.
To help you plan your year 10 history lesson on: Post-war migration to Britain, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 10 history lesson on: Post-war migration to Britain, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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