History of child labour laws

 

While out blog visiting, I came across this post, https://itsmostamazingindia.wordpress.com/2025/06/12/child-labour-day

So decided to do a post about the history of child labour and child labour laws. This will properly be a two- or three-part series as there is a lot to cover.

I know that my dad’s father was working in the coal mines at the age of 14, this I know because his sister (Aunty Joyce) told me how when he was 14, he was injured while working in the mines and was in hospital. She would go and visit him and then go to the women’s ward and visit their mother who was in hospital as well, Aunty Joyce said she didn’t tell their mum at the time about Tom being injured.

Anyway, moving from that to the start of child labour changes.

Child labour laws began appearing during the Industrial Revolution, starting with the 1803 Factory Act in Britain. This act and subsequent ones, like the 1833 Factory Act, aimed to regulate working conditions, especially for children, by limiting work hours, children under 18 and banning night work, and requiring education. In 1878 The Factory and Workshops Act in Britain banned employment of children under 10.

By 1890, many European countries had implemented such laws. The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 in the United States ended most child labour outside of agriculture.

Child labour laws in England began with the Health and Morals of Apprentices Act in 1802, which aimed to regulate the working conditions of pauper children in cotton mills. This was followed by further legislation, including the Factory Act of 1833, which established factory inspections and limited working hours for children. Compulsory schooling from the 1870s further restricted child labour.

Now days during school term time, children can only work a maximum of 12 hours a week. This includes: a maximum of 2 hours on school days and Sundays. a maximum of 5 hours on Saturdays for 14-year-olds, or 8 hours for 15 to 16-year-olds.

 

Swallowing Issues

 

Just a reminder that activities that relate to speaking and speaking and swallowing often become more challenging as Parkinson’s disease progresses. Struggles with swallowing, can create both challenging and dangerous circumstances for those who struggle with the symptom.

Not only can swallowing become a hazard for choking, but they may also cause people with Parkinson’s to withdraw from social activities. Also, when you inhale your food or liquid, you’re more likely to develop respiratory illnesses like Pneumonia, which is a leading cause of death among Parkinson’s patients.

Fortunately, it is possible to take a number of steps to minimize the risk that’s associated with changes to swallowing.

Strategies like taking small bites of food, or little sips can make food easier for PD patients to manage the swallowing process. It may be helpful to swallow more than once or to drink fluid between bites of food.

 

This Month's Sister Poem

 

How can I ever thank you for being all that you are to me?

All my life I have always had you to count on, and even now with our lives constantly moving in different directions, I still feel the same comfort I’ve always had just knowing that you are in the world.

We may not be able to spend every day together the way we use to, but you are still the person I love to laugh with and he person I turn to when life got me down. I want you to know that our lives may change, and we may find ourselves changing too, but we will always be family, and I will always be grateful that I have you in my life.

By: Elle Mastro

Tuesday's Four on Thursday

 

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4, who can be found here: https://lemonscottage.blogspot.com/

What’s one feature in your home that makes it feel especially cozy or comfortable for you?

Having an open-door policy, meaning my family members can come and go as they please.

How do you like to personalize your living space to reflect your style or personality?

Photos, on the walls and around the house

Are there any home maintenance tasks you find particularly important for keeping your space comfortable year-round?

Nope can’t think of anything.

What’s your go-to way to unwind or create a relaxing atmosphere at home after a long day?

Around the house I don’t wear shoes, in winter I do wear socks though, so I like to take my shoes off but my feet up by sitting in my recliner and watching YouTube.

A spicey hodgepodge

 

Here I am doing another hodgepodge which is brought to you by Joyce over at http://www.fromthissideofthepond.com/

Here are this week’s questions.

June 10th is National Herbs and Spices Day. Besides salt and pepper what herb or spice container do you reach for most often? Is there a spice you truly dislike? What's a recent dish you made that called for more than salt and pepper?  

I never used spices much, Tim likes to add garlic to many things he cooks, the one that I do not like at all is pepper.

It's been said 'variety is the spice of life'...in what way is this true for you? Elaborate. 

I don’t think it does apply to me in any way.

What's something in your life that adds 'spice' (excitement, intensity) even if also comes with challenge or unpredictability? 

I would have to say having a transgender grandchild does add some spice to my life.

If you could instantly master one skill or hobby, what would it be and why? 

Knitting, I could never get the hang of it but have often wished I could.

We're halfway through the year...what's one book, movie, or activity you've loved this year that you'd recommend to others? 

I rarely watch movies and even though I like to read there is no particular book I want to read.

Insert your own random thought here. 

Remember they is power in gratitude; simple gratitude has the power to transform the mundane into the extraordinary. When you appreciate what you have, even the simplest moments become beautiful. Cultivate gratitude to enhance your daily experiences.

Kate's Five Things

 

Ok this morning while checking out blogs I follow I came across these questions on this blog https://thespectacledbean.com/

The questions come from Kate’s Five Things questions. They are a weekly feature on House Call WIH KATE ARENDS who you may know from her blog Wit & Delight

 

QUESTIONS OF THE DAY

What have you done recently that would make your 7yr old self proud and your 80yr old self-grateful?

No bloody idea

Currently, in general, how organized do you feel you are? Is being organized a goal for you?

Very organised, always have been, didn’t realise I was though for most of my life.

When thinking about books you have consumed [read], which one or ones has/have helped you feel regenerated, revitalized, ready to take on life anew?

Generally, books don’t have that effect on me.

What is your favourite candy bar?

Cherry Ripe or Caramello Koala

What is your favourite cake?

Chocolate cake but not a mud cake

 

Getting to know me

 

Here are this week’s getting to know me questions and my answers. These questions are set by Kymber over at https://booomcha.com/

This week’s questions.

What colour best describes your personality?

Purple, as there are so many different shades, going from light and airy to dark and moody.

If animals could talk, which species would be the nicest?

The nicest, well cats can very caring and loving in a demanding way, dogs are loyal and loving most of the time so pretty nice, koalas are adorable so maybe a koala unless you refer to it as a bear then it will turn on you becoming the feared drop bear.

Did you keep a journal or diary when you were young? If so, do you still have it?

When I was young as in a child or teenager, I did not but have had one most of my adult life and they are stored away somewhere.

Tuesday's Four on Wednesday

 

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4, who can be found here: https://lemonscottage.blogspot.com/

What is in your cup in the morning?

I don’t drink either tea or coffee, of a morning I like to have a chocolate egg flip which is a milkshake with an egg added to it

What brand of coffee or tea is the best in your opinion and why do you think so?

Tim drinks coffee and he likes Nescafe, when I have a hot chocolate which I like to do during the winter months my go to brand is Cadbury’s.

Where do you drink your cuppa in the morning? Do you have a nice view?

Sitting at my computer and I often watch the birds outside my front door.

Besides the morning, do you take little tea or coffee breaks during the day?  If you are out and about where is your favourite place to get some tea or coffee?

Nope it is rare that we stop for a cuppa and break.

 

June's First Hodgepodge

 

Here I am doing another hodgepodge which is brought to you by Joyce over at http://www.fromthissideofthepond.com/

Here are this week’s questions.

What do birthdays look like in your house? How are they celebrated? Any special traditions? What about birthdays growing up? 

Birthdays are not a big deal now days when my daughters were young, we always a family party with aunts and cousins and grandparents and a birthday cake. Now it is just another day, this makes me sad.

Someone is sending you a dozen roses...what colour are you hoping for? Are you someone who gets accused of seeing the world through rose coloured glasses? Is your accuser correct? Elaborate. 

I would like pink or white roses, nope no one things I see the world through rose coloured glasses, although maybe I do to some degree, as I am a positive person and look for the good in things.

June 4th is National Cheese Day...will you celebrate? What's something (besides a burger) you make in the summer months that calls for cheese? 

Well, it’s not national cheese day down under, I really like toasted ham and cheese sandwiches.

'tis the season...any weddings on your June calendar? What's the first word that comes to mind when I say marriage?

Happiness, no weddings coming up in my family 

What are you most looking forward to this June?

Nothing really, it is my daughter’s birthday on the 6^th she will be 36 and the 9^th is the anniversary of the day Tim, and I meet way back in 1983 which was 43yrs ago. 

Insert your own random thought here. 

Remember to take care of your body, your mind and your soul, try and be the best person you limit contact with toxic people, who make you doubt yourself. Staying n your pj’s may be stressless and can be relaxing but if doing so also leaves you with little motivation, then don’t do it very often. Instead get up an either have a shower or just a wash, brush your teeth and get dressed. It help get you motivated for the day.