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Difficulty: MediumThe Welfare State and the NHS

The 19421942 Beveridge Report set out a vision for a 'cradle to grave' welfare state to protect British citizens. Under the Labour government of Clement Attlee, which Minister for Health was responsible for the official establishment of the National Health Service (NHS) on 55 July 19481948?

  1. Aneurin BevanAnswer
  2. B
    William Beveridge
  3. C
    R.A. Butler
  4. D
    Winston Churchill

Answer

Aneurin Bevan was the Minister for Health responsible for the establishment of the NHS.
The correct answer is Aneurin Bevan because he was the Minister for Health in the post-war Labour government who oversaw the creation of the NHS, fulfilling the 'cradle to grave' promise of the welfare state.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the key figure associated with the launch of the NHS.
Aneurin Bevan served as the Minister for Health.
The question specifically asks for the Minister for Health under Clement Attlee's government.
2
Verify the date and context of the establishment.
The NHS was launched on 55 July 19481948.
This date marks the transition from the proposal in the 19421942 Beveridge Report to actual implementation.

Key Concept

The creation of the National Health Service (NHS) by Aneurin Bevan.
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The Welfare State and the NHS

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